Question

how does deforestation contribute to scarcity of water?
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Answer 1

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Forests transport large quantities of water into the atmosphere via plant transpiration. When deforestation occurs, precious rain is lost from the area, flowing away as river water and causing permanent drying. ..

Answer 2

Deforestation weakens this process, leading to irregular rainfall patterns including drought and flooding. While deforestation may occur locally, its effect is global. According to Greenpeace, deforestation in Central Africa could decrease rainfall in the U.S. Midwest by 5-35 percent.