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‘Grow more trees to reduce pollution.’ Write an article in 150-200 words on the

topic given above for your school magazine. You are Radhika/Raman.

Grow More Trees to Reduce Pollution

By Radhika

“Trees are poems the earth writes upon the sky.” Trees and plants are one of the main

reasons why mankind came into existence. The importance of planting trees has been

emphasized time and again. This is because of the numerous benefits they offer.

There are no two doubts that trees make the world a better place to live in. They exhale

oxygen and inhale carbon dioxide to maintain the ecological balance in the

environment. They also absorb all the harmful gases and give us fresh air to breathe.

Trees build a sheet to protect us from the harmful ultraviolet rays. Not only this, they

serve as a habitat for birds and various species of animals. This is not it. Trees help in

controlling water pollution and preventing soil erosion. The places inhabited by large

numbers of trees are quite cooler compared to the concrete jungles that cannot do

without air conditioners. Unfortunately, urbanisation is leading to clearing of forests and

parks despite the numerous benefits they offer.

People instinctively turn to nature in order to relax. They come here for morning walks,

evening strolls, yoga sessions and laughter therapy. These also serve as a safe place for

the kids to play and socialise. The only way left to preserve them and reap these

benefits is by growing them at a faster rate. As a Chinese proverb states, “The best time

to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” So do your bit and make

this place more beautiful.