Environment & Ecology · Forest Fires and Environmental Impacts
Which of the following describes the specific environmental impacts of forest fires on soil and the atmosphere?
- 1Widespread windthrow and landslides on deforested slopes due to heavy rainfall
- 2Mass tree mortality caused by bark beetles and reduced timber value
- 3Long-term soil degradation and the release of stored carbon as greenhouse gases✓
- 4Permanent conversion of forest land to urban infrastructure and mining sites
Correct answer
Long-term soil degradation and the release of stored carbon as greenhouse gases
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