Deforestation, driven by agricultural expansion, leads to habitat loss for wildlife, which results in decreased biodiversity.

The clearing of forests for logging causes soil erosion, which then leads to diminished soil fertility and affects agricultural productivity.

Deforestation contributes to increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, which in turn accelerates global warming and climate change.

The destruction of forests reduces the Earth’s capacity to absorb carbon dioxide, causing higher concentrations of greenhouse gases and contributing to climate instability.Sources:

1. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/deforestation

2. https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/deforestation-and-forest-degradation