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Lesson 42 of 84 · Global Economy
Deforestation and Its Global Impact
Deforestation, especially in the Amazon and Southeast Asia, releases carbon, destroys habitats, and displaces Indigenous communities. Reforestation and sustainable forestry help reverse the damage.
Key Facts
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About 7,000 languages are spoken on Earth.
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The UN has 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
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The United Nations has 193 member nations.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2How many Sustainable Development Goals does the UN have?