The Problems of the Steppe Environment in Algeria
مشاكل البيئة السهبية في الجزائر
Abstract
The issue of the environment is one of the important subjects which have dominated the intellectual concerns at the present time which is witnessing a significant deterioration of the natural environment, which would cause real dangers to all humanity. Therefore, we seek through this paper to shed light on one of the important environmental areas located in Algeria, namely the steppe environment and this by addressing its location, characteristics and importance, and identifying the nature of the economic activity prevailing in the region and trying to reach the most important problems of the steppe environment in Algeria as well as efforts the Algerian government in eliminating its problems and preventing environmental problems in general.
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