Which of the following best explains why deforestation increases the risk of floods in an area?
a.
Tree leaves catch and retain rain water.
b.
Trees block the free flow of water.
c.
Deforestation increases precipitation.
d.
Tree roots improve soil water retention.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided
A
B
C
D
B
B. Trees block the free flow of water.
Deforestation removes trees which act as natural barriers to slow down the flow of water. Without these trees, water can flow more rapidly and directly into rivers and streams, increasing the risk of floods.