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State two advantages of conserving (i) forests, and (ii) wild-life.

i. Advantages of conserving forests

a. It supports life and purifies the air by releasing oxygen by photosynthesis process.


b. It holds the soil and prevents soil erosion.


ii. Advantages of conserving wildlife


a. It balances ecology and biodiversity


b. It provides important things to sustain life like life saving drugs, ivory, musk, leather etc.


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