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Why are trees special?

Why are trees special?

Trees contribute to their environment by providing oxygen, improving air quality, climate amelioration, conserving water, preserving soil, and supporting wildlife. During the process of photosynthesis, trees take in carbon dioxide and produce the oxygen we breathe.

Why are trees so important to us?

They give us clean water to drink, air to breathe, shade and food to humans, animals and plants. They provide habitats for numerous species of fauna and flora, firewood for cooking and heat, materials for buildings and places of spiritual, cultural and recreational importance.

Why are trees important to so many people?

Trees are sacred. Trees were sacred to many ancient worlds, and still hold special meaning in many cultures today. The Druids believed a number of trees to be sacred, including the Ash tree from which healing wands were made. Today, many people in Madagascar worship them because they believe their ancestor’s spirits live in the forests. 10.

What makes a tree unique from other plants?

Trees are unique from other plants because they can and usually do live for decades and even up to several millennia (the oldest known single-stem tree is a baobab in South Africa measured to be 6,000 years old).

Why do we need to respect and celebrate trees?

And so with that in mind, here are just some of the many many reasons why it’s imperative to respect and celebrate the trees; the fact is, humans need trees much more than trees need humans! Consider the following: 1. Trees Work Hard to Right Our Wrongs

Why are trees the most beautiful thing in the world?

Trees are beautiful. This is a no-brainer. Trees are stunning parts of our natural landscape. From the first buds of spring to the colorful leaves in the fall, trees are gorgeous. They make a great decoration indoors or outdoors. 9. Trees are sacred. Trees were sacred to many ancient worlds, and still hold special meaning in many cultures today.