Question

How does clear-cutting a forest directly affect climate?(1 point)

Fewer trees lead to less atmospheric water over once-forested areas.

Fewer trees lead to less stable soil in once-forested areas.

Fewer trees lead to a decrease in Earth’s carbon dioxide absorption.

Fewer trees lead to species extinction and reduced biodiversity.

Answer 1

Fewer trees lead to a decrease in Earth’s carbon dioxide absorption.

Removing trees reduces the carbon sink capacity, leaving more CO2 in the atmosphere and contributing to climate warming.