Based on the previous passage, what is the best synonym for appraise?

for  example, forests have higher evapotranspiration than other ecosystems,  such  as grasslands, because of their deeper roots and greater leaf area. thus forests have a net moistening effect on the atmosphere and become a moisture source for downwind ecosystems.

archaebacteria are found in in forest soil.

hope i spelled it right lol

hope i

-lavira: )