The flow chart illustrates the consequence of deforestation. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

The flow chart depicts the problems associated with cutting down

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forests.

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, what stands out is that deforestation causes four main problems, which eventually

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to floods and less biodiversity.

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, knocking down trees in a forest can cause fewer roots holding the topsoil resulting in soil erosion.

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, deforestation can increase the risk of fires, both deliberate and accidental, leading to the loss of micro-organisms feeding on waste and wood obtained from logging.

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result in drought

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less precipitation caused by lesser amounts of moisture being returned by the plants into the air. All of these problems can result in the degradation of vegetation and an increase in the pioneer species, ultimately leading to less biodiversity.

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, heavy logging equipment used for clearing the forests can compress the soil, making it hard and baked.

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, rainwater runs off from the soil leading to floods.