The world’s growing appetite for what food product is a leading cause of tropical deforestation?
(A) Pork
(B) Sugar
(C) Lamb
(D) Beef
Question Asked : SSC CHSL (10+2) DEO & LDC Exam 2014
Explanation : Researchers have recently focused on the economic agents which playa critical role in deforestation. Some such agents are: soy beans, beef, cattle, palm oil, timber and pulp, wood for fuel, etc. The world’s growing appetite for beef has contributed Significantly to the destruction of tropical rain forests.
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