The cutting of rainforests causes a lack of normal water flow into the soil. Puddles of water can stand for long periods. Which of the following statements best explains how rainforest destruction is closely tied with human morbidity and mortality?
A) The elimination of top consumers can favor disease-carrying organisms.
B) Mosquitoes with an aquatic larval form spread many highly contagious diseases.
C) The standing water is used for drinking and disease organisms in the water cause diarrhea.
D) Mice populations increase because of a higher access to water and spread many highly contagious diseases.
E) All of these explain the connection between rainforest destruction and human morbidity and mortality.

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Standing water caused by rainforest destruction creates a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes, which can spread diseases such as malaria and dengue fever. This connection between increased standing water and mosquito-borne diseases is well-established in scientific research.

The Cutting of Rainforests Causes a Lack of Normal Water