When precipitation occurs over a forest, only 25% of the water will make it through the canopy to the forest floor, where other factors may affect how much will infiltrate.

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This is true. The canopy of a forest can intercept a significant amount of precipitation, so only a portion of it actually reaches the forest floor. The amount that reaches the ground can also be affected by factors such as soil conditions and slope.

When Precipitation Occurs Over a Forest, Only 25% of the Water