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The world’s growing appetite for what food product is a leading cause of tropical deforestation? |
A. | Pork |
B. | Sugar |
C. | Lamb |
D. | Beef |
Answer» D. Beef | |
Explanation: Researchers have recently focused on the economic agents which play a 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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