Environment & Ecology · Environment
The term 'forest degradation' specifically refers to:
- 1The process of natural forest recovery after a major disturbance
- 2The permanent conversion of forest area to non-forest land-use
- 3The reduction in forest capacity to provide ecosystem services and decline in its structural quality✓
- 4The strategic and intentional planting of fast-growing exotic tree species
Correct answer
The reduction in forest capacity to provide ecosystem services and decline in its structural quality
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