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Which of the following is not an example of an ecological service provided by forests?

A) livestock grazing areas
B) reduction of soil erosion
C) purification of water and air
D) reduce atmospheric carbon

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Answer: A
A forest is not a livestock grazing area; A grassland is.
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Answer: A) livestock grazing areas

Explanation: The forest ecosystems provides benefits and ecological services such as water and air purification, maintenance of wildlife habitat, support energy flow, nutrient cycling and chemical cycling, reduce soil erosion, absorb and release water and provide numerous wildlife habitats.

It also provides social and cultural benefits such as recreation, traditional resource uses.

It is not a grassland grazing area for livestock.

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