Question

Explain how, forests prevents floods.

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Answer 1

Answer: Forest acts as a natural absorber of water. It allows rain water to seep through. In the absence of trees, the rain water would hit the ground directly resulting in flood. However, because of the presence of trees, rain water does not hit the ground directly.

Answer 2

Answer:

forests prevents floods as the roots of the trees bind the soil which absorbs water and prevents floods. also, it prevents soil erosion