Does the forest consist only of trees?

Допущение: ответы составлены на основе общих знаний по экологии, так как исходный текст отсутствует. 2. No, the forest consists of trees, shrubs, mosses, mushrooms, various animals, birds, insects, and microorganisms. It is a complex ecosystem. 3. Forests are called 'the lungs of the planet' because trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen during photosynthesis, which is vital for all living beings. 4. Commercial interest involves logging trees for timber, paper production, furniture, and clearing land for agriculture or construction. Yes, nature often suffers because deforestation leads to habitat loss, soil erosion, and climate change. 5. Yes, there were. For example, some ancient civilizations collapsed due to the depletion of local natural resources, such as deforestation leading to soil exhaustion and inability to grow food. 6. Ecology as a formal scientific discipline appeared in the 19th century, with the term coined by Ernst Haeckel in 1866. 7. If forests are destroyed, many species lose their homes, the water cycle is disrupted, global temperatures rise due to higher CO2 levels, and soil erosion increases. 8. Yes, many countries have protection programs, such as creating national parks, planting new forests, restricting logging, and enforcing environmental laws to preserve biodiversity. 9. This depends on our collective actions today. If we reduce pollution, use sustainable resources, protect forests, and develop green energy, it is possible to live on a clean planet. However, it requires global cooperation and significant changes in how we consume resources.