1. V. Deforestation

2. A. Human Impact
1. Cultural and scientific advancements have allowed non-natives to enter areas they could not previously get to.
rainforests covered 10% of Earth
a. Now less than 2%
3. Deforestation- destruction of forests as a result of human activity

3. 4. Main drivers are space and wood
a. Most are 3rd world countries with population problems
5. Most species rely on the trees and cannot exist without them
6. To regenerate would take thousands of years.
a. Will have low diversity
b. Only if small portions are cut.