Forces Behind the Loss of Tropical Rainforests

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Forces Behind the Loss of Tropical Rainforests
Rhett A. Butler
Mongabay.com

A WORLD Imperiled: FORCES BEHIND FOREST LOSS
As the first seven sections of this site have described, tropical rainforests are incredibly rich ecosystems that play a fundamental role in the basic functioning of the planet. Rainforests are home to probably 50 percent of the world's species, making them an extensive library of biological and genetic resources. In addition, rainforests help maintain the climate by regulating atmospheric gases and stabilizing rainfall, protect against desertification, and provide numerous other ecological functions.

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