What is the BEST way to ensure a deforested area is restored to a healthy forest?
AWait indefinitely and do nothing
BPlant new trees of preferably the SAME species as those originally found in that forest, and protect the area from disturbance
CPlant any imported tree species in large numbers
DConvert the area to cropland
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Plant new trees of preferably the SAME species as those originally found in that forest, and protect the area from disturbance
Reforestation — restocking forests by planting trees — works best when the species planted match the original ones (so the local ecology is restored). Imported species can disrupt native biodiversity (becoming invasive). Natural reforestation also happens if a disturbed area is left undisturbed for a long time, but planting accelerates recovery.
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