Tropical rainforests are diverse ecosystems. They are currently facing a serious threat from human activities such as deforestation, overgrazing, and urbanization. Deforestation has caused increased soil erosion, reduced rainfall, and the loss of fertile land. These things have decreased the biodiversity of the ecosystems.
Which would best help minimize the threat of deforestation to the biodiversity of tropical rainforests?
A.
clearing forests to make room for pastures for cattle grazing
B.
practicing slash and burn farming
C.
converting disturbed land into restored forests
D.
converting large blocks of forests into many smaller habitats