Question

List four ways in which forests are useful to us.

Answer 1

Forests are useful in the following ways:

1. Oxygen production: Plants use carbon dioxide and release oxygen during the process of photosynthesis. Due to this forests are one of the key sources of oxygen production.
2. They help prevent soil erosion.
3. Act as aquifiers: Forest help prevents water runoff during rain. They prevent the water from flowing away and help it trickle down thus, replenishing underground water levels.
4. They reduce wind speed: Large trees present in forest areas block the wind and help reduce wind speed.
5. It is a home for animals: A large number of animals and other soil organisms are present. Forest areas, therefore, have a habitat rich in flora and fauna.