What are the consequences of loss of forest cover?

There are many consequences of loss of forest cover. These are mentioned below:

•Loss of forest cover leads to loss of forest produce such as wood, fruits, gum, resins, etc.

•Loss of forest cover increases soil erosion. Strong wind blows topsoil causing erosion.

•Increase in the global temperature due to increase of concentration of carbon dioxide in the absence of trees.

•Increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere leads to greenhouse effect.

•Loss of food and habitat of wildlife.