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    The Temporary or Permanent Removal of Large Expanses of Forest
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The Temporary or Permanent Removal of Large Expanses of Forest

Question 15

Question 15

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The temporary or permanent removal of large expanses of forest for agriculture,or other uses,is called ____.


A) reforestation
B) deforestation
C) selective cutting
D) strip cutting
E) sustainable harvesting

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