Deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels, such as coal and oil, have led to higher concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. these higher concentrations of carbon dioxide will, in turn, most likely cause a. cooler temperatures over earth's bodies of water. b. cooler temperatures over earth's solid surfaces. c. a decrease in the greenhouse effect. d. an increase in the greenhouse effect.

The correct answer is D. An increase in the greenhouse effect

Explanation:

Gases such as carbon dioxide in the atmosphere trap and reflect part of the radiation from the sun, this effect is known as the greenhouse effect. Additionally, the greenhouse effect causes part of the heat and radiation from the sun stays on the surface, which makes temperature warm. This means that an increase in carbon dioxide concentrations leads to more radiation and heat being trapped and reflected on the surface, and therefore there will be an increase in the greenhouse effect along with higher temperatures. Thus, the burning of fossil fuels and other activities that increase carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will most likely cause an increase in the greenhouse effect.

increase soil erosion                                             reduce soil erosion

cattle grazing                                                         hydroseeding

deforestation                                                         contour plowing

                                                                                planting vegetation

plant roots basically hold the top soil

together and stop soil erosion because

in such situation top soil is not removed

during flood but cattle grazing causes

soil erosion because cattle consume the

grasses and herbs and top soil is exposed.

same situation occurs because of

deforestation, the trees and plants are cut

down to expose top soil which causes soil

erosion