Tree planting

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Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Tree planting

Reforestation projects should:

include a range of tree species

• not include invasive species because of possible 1 with native species

• aim to capture carbon, protect the environment and provide sustainable sources of 2 for local people

• use tree seeds with a high genetic diversity to increase resistance to 3 and climate change

• plant trees on previously forested land which is in a bad condition, not select land which is being used for 4

Large-scale reforestation projects

Base planning decisions on information from accurate 5.

• Drones are useful for identifying areas in Brazil which are endangered by keeping 6 and illegal logging.

Lampang Province, Northern Thailand

A forest was restored in an area damaged by mining.

• A variety of native fig trees were planted, which are important for

   -  supporting many wildlife species

   -increasing the 7 of recovery by attracting animals and birds, e.g., 8 were soon attracted to the area.

Involving local communities

Destruction of mangrove forests in Madagascar made it difficult for people to make a living from 9.

• The mangrove reforestation project:

   -  provided employment for local people

   -  restored a healthy ecosystem

   -  protects against the higher risk of 10