Examine the statements below and choose the correct answer:
 
1.
Assertion (A): Deforestation is the large scale cut down of forest trees to make the land available for different uses.
Reasoning (R): Due to urbanization, intensive agriculture, and construction of industries and buildings forests are cleared.
2.
Assertion (A): Inexhaustible natural resources are present in limited quantities.
Reasoning (R): Inexhaustible natural resources are are non-renewable resources that cannot be replenished.