The Cutting of Rainforests Causes a Lack of Normal Water

question 25

Multiple Choice

The cutting of rainforests causes a lack of normal water flow into the soil.Puddles of water can stand for long periods.Which of the following statements best explains how rainforest destruction is closely tied with human morbidity and mortality?

• A)The elimination of top consumers can favor disease-carrying organisms.
• B)Mosquitoes with an aquatic larval form spread many highly contagious diseases.
• C)The standing water is used for drinking and disease organisms in the water cause diarrhea.
• D)All of these explain the connection between rainforest destruction and human morbidity and mortality.

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