Which of the following best explains why deforestation increases the risk of floods in an area?
a. tree leaves catch and retain rain water.
b. trees block the free flow of water.
c. deforestation increases precipitation.
d. tree roots improve soil water retention.

The separation of northern ireland from the republic of ireland is an example of

Less developed nations have low literacy rates. true or false

Directions conduct research to collect information and data in order to write a well-informed argument essay responding to the following prompt: do you believe your local power company is doing enough to reduce dependence on nonrenewable energy sources? why or why not? remember that your argument essay should contain: a claim supporting evidence connected to your claim an acknowledgement of counterclaim(s) a conclusion after writing your rough draft, reread it and edit it for spelling, grammar, and clarity.