Question

The diagram summarizes the flow of carbon through the carbon cycle. The components of the cycle that absorb and store carbon are called carbon sinks, while processes that release carbon to the atmosphere are called carbon sources.



Deforestation is a process in which trees and other vegetation are removed from a section of land. What statement best describes the long-term consequences of deforestation on the carbon cycle?
A.
More carbon will be stored in carbon sinks, so the level of atmospheric carbon may decrease.
B.
More carbon will be released by carbon sources, so the level of atmospheric carbon may decrease.
C.
Less carbon will be stored in carbon sinks, so the level of atmospheric carbon may increase.
D.
Less carbon will be released by carbon sources, so the level of atmospheric carbon may increase.

Answer 1

C. Less carbon will be stored in carbon sinks, so the level of atmospheric carbon may increase.