Loss of biodiversity — orangutans, pygmy elephants, Sumatran rhinos threatened
Carbon released into atmosphere — contributes to climate change
Soil erosion and river siltation without tree roots
Disruption of water cycle — less transpiration, more flooding
Loss of indigenous community lands
Exam questions — 3 questions · 12 marks
⚡ Geography exam tip: Always use named examples with specific data. "An earthquake in Nepal" scores fewer marks than "The 2015 Nepal earthquake (magnitude 7.9, 9,000 deaths)." Learn the statistics on this page.
1 markScale
How much of Malaysia's primary rainforest was lost between 2002 and 2018?
A About 5%
B About 16%
C About 40%
D About 50%
4 marksCauses and effects
Explain the causes and environmental effects of deforestation in Malaysia. (4 marks)
Hint: Cover at least 2 causes AND at least 2 environmental effects. Use specific examples from Malaysia.
+40 XP
4 marksEvaluate sustainability
A Malaysian official argues that deforestation is necessary for economic development. Evaluate this view. (4 marks)
Hint: Give economic arguments FOR deforestation, then environmental and long-term economic arguments AGAINST. Conclude with a balanced judgement.