Forests Play an Important Role in the Hydrologic Cycle By

question 7

Multiple Choice

Forests play an important role in the hydrologic cycle by:

• A) returning most moisture to underground storage as groundwater.
• B) recycling small amounts of water to the atmosphere.
• C) recycling 75% of precipitation to the atmosphere by transpiration and evaporation.
• D) removing large amounts of carbon monoxide from the atmosphere.
• E) increasing runoff to local streams.

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Definitions:

Air Suspension System

A type of vehicle suspension powered by an electric or engine-driven air pump or compressor, which pumps air into flexible bellows, typically made from textile-reinforced rubber.

Height Control Valve

A component in air suspension systems of vehicles that adjusts the ride height by controlling the air flow into or out of the air suspension bags.

Progressive Leaf Spring

A type of leaf spring suspension featuring leaves of varying lengths stacked together, providing a more comfortable ride by adjusting to load and road conditions progressively.

Pneumatic

Refers to technology or devices operated by compressed air or gas.