Question

Which of the following best explains how trees help conserve energy and reduce pollution in cities?
a.
Trees shade buildings which reduces the use of energy derived from fossil fuels.
b.
Trees remove carbon dioxide and add oxygen the atmosphere.
c.
Trees filter particulates and polluting gases from the atmosphere.
d.
All of the above



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D

Answer 1

D

All three statements are true: trees shade buildings (lowering heating/cooling energy use), absorb CO2 and release O2, and trap particulates and some pollutant gases.