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12 Reasons why we should protect trees!!

TREES bind soil particles together with their roots preventing soil erosion.

TREES provide food such as fruits.

TREES absorb water from the soil and pass it into the air.  This water vapour contributes to cloud formation and rain.

TREES are a source of medicinal drugs

TREES provide us with fibres for clothing such as cotton.

TREES act as wind breaks for crops.

TREES provide shade for man and animals

TREES are important habitat for birds, lizards and insects

TREES provide lumber for the furniture industry.

TREES increase the beauty of our surroundings.

TREES provide us with oxygen which they produce during photosynthesis.

TREES such as the Neem serve as natural insecticides so the use of pesticides can be reduced.


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