Question

Deforestation leads to an increase in the water holding capacity of the soil.

• A.
  True
• B.
  False

Answer 1

The correct option is B

False

• Deforestation leads to less number of trees to hold the soil and absorb the water.
• As a result, the movement of water from the soil surface into the ground (infiltration rate) is reduced.
• Thus, decreasing the water holding capacity of the soil.