AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Deforestation contributes to climate change by
A.releasing stored carbon and removing a carbon sink
B.reflecting more sunlight
C.storing carbon in buildings
D.cooling the planet
Explanation
Core Concept
Burning or decaying cleared forest emits its carbon, and the lost trees stop absorbing future CO₂ — a double climate hit.
Correct Answer
Areleasing stored carbon and removing a carbon sink
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