In Indonesia, Malaysia, and other areas of Southeast Asia, tropical forests are being replaced by large ____ plantations.
A) kenaf
B) soybean
C) coconut
D) oil palm
E) rice

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Tropical forests are being replaced by large oil palm plantations in Indonesia, Malaysia, and other areas of Southeast Asia for the production of palm oil. The demand for palm oil is increasing due to its use in many products such as food, cosmetics, and biodiesel. This conversion of forests to plantations has negative impacts on the environment and biodiversity, including deforestation, habitat loss, and the decline of endangered species.

In Indonesia, Malaysia, and Other Areas of Southeast Asia, Tropical