Which of the following best describes the relationship of deforestation to sediment load?
A) Trees provide dissolved sediments to the stream; as trees are removed, the dissolved loads are diminished.
B) Trees roots help "anchor" soil; as the trees are removed, the soil more readily erodes into the river channels.
C) Forestry waste is often dumped in streams, contributing to the suspended loads.
D) The loss of trees along banks of streams increases stream velocity.

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Trees' roots help keep soil in place and prevent erosion. When trees are removed, the soil becomes more vulnerable to erosion, leading to increased sediment load in rivers and streams.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Relationship of Deforestation