Brazil - Environmental Problems

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Some environmental problems in Brazil
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Logging Deforestation in the Amazon. Timber sold abroad- Demand from MEDCs. Big- Sold Small- Left to die
Extraction of Minerals Land beneath trees Iron Ore, Diamonds, Metals Many trees cleared for transport Wealth Destruction
Small-Scale Farming Cleared Land For Locals Food & Jobs Changes their lives
Cattle Ranching Land Burnt Grass Grows Lasts a Year Land Wears Out Cattle Moved On
Engineering Dams Roads Buildings Brings electricity and territory Large area cleared
Effect Extinction Food Chain Soil Damaged Area Dries Out Global Warming
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