Biology for IGCSE & O level - Human Influences On Ecosystems (Section 1 - No. 46)

Which of the following best describes the relationship between deforestation and climate change?
Deforestation has no impact on climate change.
Deforestation removes trees, which absorb carbon dioxide, thereby reducing climate change.
Deforestation increases atmospheric carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change.
Deforestation leads to a decrease in greenhouse gases, mitigating climate change.

Explanation

Deforestation releases CO2 and reduces the number of trees absorbing CO2.

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