Which of the following statements best explains how a loss of biodiversity can result from deforestation?

A.

As forests are managed for sustainability, some tree species may be lost.

B.

As habitats are destroyed, animals and plants may become extinct.

C.

As land is cleared for grazing, valuable topsoil can wash away more easily.

D.

As trees are cut down, less water vapor is released into the atmosphere.

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Denise Kaiser

14 November, 04:36

Which of the following statements best explains how a loss of biodiversity can result from deforestation?

A.

As forests are managed for sustainability, some tree species may be lost.

B.

As habitats are destroyed, animals and plants may become extinct.

C.

As land is cleared for grazing, valuable topsoil can wash away more easily.

D.

As trees are cut down, less water vapor is released into the atmosphere.

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Angelique York · Answer 1

The correct answer is B among the choices given. Deforestation is the cutting down of trees in forest until almost no trees are left. In this forest many kinds of animals and plants live and when the trees are being cut down these animals and plants have no where to go and as a result some animals and plants may be extinct.