Question

how does deforestation increase flood risk

Answer 1

Answer:

Deforestation also leads to floods. This is because the water holding capacity of the soil is dependent on the number of trees. As the number of tresses reduces, the soil structure changes and the soil the particles that are held firmly gets disturbed.

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Answer 2

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Deforestation plays several roles in the flooding equation because trees prevent sediment runoff and forests hold and use more water than farms or grasslands. Tree roots absorb water from the soil, making the soil drier and able to store more rainwater.