Deforestation in areas like Madagascar can significantly affect the water cycle. Why is this?
A. Less moisture is transpired into the atmosphere.
B. It is more difficult for soil nutrients to leech into streams.
C. Weathering of rocks and soil does not release nutrients to bind to water.
D. The rate of evapotranspiration increases dramatically.
E. Cloud cover will increase.
A. Less moisture is transpired into the atmosphere.
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