Which of the Following Factors Would Make the Strongest Contribution

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors would make the strongest contribution to global climate change?

• A)large-scale deforestation
• B)disruption of the waste recycling by decomposers
• C)over-harvesting of wild species for consumptive value
• D)drainage of wetlands producing a disruption of water purification
• E)an increase in soil erosion leading to siltation of rivers and estuaries

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