Which statement below best summarizes the likely effects on the carbon cycle of clear-cutting, or removing all of the trees, in vast areas in a forest?
a
Clear-cutting would increase photosynthesis rates in remaining plants, and they would add more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
b
Clear-cutting would increase the amount of carbon dioxide found in the atmosphere.
c
Clear-cutting would reduce the amount of carbon dioxide found in the atmosphere.
d
Clear-cutting would limit the amount of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the area.
b
Clear-cutting would increase the amount of carbon dioxide found in the atmosphere.