WAEC Agricultural Science 2015 Question 49

Question 49

Forestry and Wildlife

Which of the following developments could result from deforestation?

  1. A.Increase in soil erosion.
  2. B.Increase in soil pH.
  3. C.Decrease in soil temperature.
  4. D.Decrease in soil porosity.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Increase in soil erosion.)

Explanation

Removing trees leaves the soil bare and easily washed away.