Which of the following is an effect of deforestation?
A
Water pollution
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B
Greenhouse effect
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C
Outbreak of diseases
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D
Extinction of aquatic life
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Solution
The correct option is B Greenhouse effect If deforestation is performed, there will be no trees so, the amount of the greenhouse gasses will increase in the atmosphere. These greenhouse gasses trap heat from the infrared radiation in the atmosphere and increases the atmosphere's temperature i.e, global warming.