Environmentalmedium · Past Paper
What is the approximate percentage of forest cover currently required to maintain ecological balance in a country?
A20%
B33%
C45%
D60%
✓ Correct Answer: B — 33%
Environmentalists generally recommend at least 33% (one-third) forest cover for a healthy ecological balance.
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