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What is a forest and what is it for?

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Maria Lesser
September 13, 2018

Many peoples’ lives depend on the forest and the animals within, but all of us need the forest. It’s crucial to the water cycle, helps prevent against landslides and erosion and is an active player in climate protection.

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