Impact of Urbanization on Agroforestry Communities

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What is one of the environmentally destructive practices mentioned in the text that directly impacts agroforestry systems?

  • Promotion of eco-tourism
  • Clearing forests for agriculture (correct)
  • Unauthorized construction in urban areas
  • Illegal fishing practices

How does illegal logging contribute to environmental degradation within agroforestry areas?

  • It helps in preserving endangered species
  • It causes habitat destruction and water pollution (correct)
  • It leads to the planting of more trees in deforested areas
  • It promotes biodiversity and ecosystem health

What impact does deforestation have on wildlife?

  • Creates new ecosystems for wildlife
  • Increases biodiversity within agroforestry systems
  • Destroys valuable habitats for wildlife (correct)
  • Improves wildlife habitats

What is one consequence of illegal logging activities in agroforestry areas?

<p>Water pollution due to habitat destruction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might some radical movements prioritize clearing forests for agriculture?

<p>To align with their ideological objectives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the introduction of invasive species affect the biodiversity of agroforestry systems?

<p>It disrupts the biodiversity and makes systems vulnerable to pests and diseases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some consequences of using harmful chemicals like pesticides or herbicides in agroforestry systems?

<p>Contamination of soil and water resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does deforestation contribute to soil erosion within agroforestry systems?

<p>It removes tree cover that helps prevent erosion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does illegal logging have on the sustainability of the environment?

<p>It undermines the sustainability of the environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might some radical movements engage in illegal logging activities within agroforestry areas?

<p>To exert control over territories or seek funding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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