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The
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Tales from the University of Aberdeen Forestry Graduates of 1956 Societies
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Forests are one of
the most important terrestrial ecosystems on earth covering about one
quarter of the land surface. Forests are diverse in nature, ranging
from conifer-dominated cool temperate forests to tropical rain forests
where the greatest species richness on earth can be found. Forests are
vital to the future of our planet.
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Forests for timber and fuelwood |
Forests for conservation of habitat |
Forests for conservation of soil and water |
Forests for non-timber products |
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▲ Forests are
home to a great diversity of plants and animals
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▲ Forests protect
the soil from heavy rain, and slow water moving into water courses
reducing the risk of flooding. Deforestation is a serious cause of environmental
damage such as soil erosion, flooding, and droughts
Forests produce many products such as rubber ►
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◄ As long as
we cut no more wood than the forest grows, the forest will continue
to produce wood and other services in perpetuity
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Department of Forestry, Institute of Biological and Environmental Sciences,·
Dr A D Cameron Tel: +44 (0)1224-272673· E-mail a.d.cameron@abdn.ac.uk·