Cutting a forest to produce paper bags that are quickly discarded could be considered shortsighted; with the majority of its trees removed,the forest will
A) experience a significant loss of nutrients as nutrients leech through the soil and into nearby waterways.
B) not be unable to recover and will eventually be replaced with a desert.
C) no longer be able to recycle the energy it captures during photosynthesis.
D) lose soil nutrients but gain biodiversity.

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Cutting down a forest for paper bags will result in a significant loss of nutrients as nutrients will leech through the soil and into nearby waterways. The removal of trees disrupts the ecosystem and damages soil quality, making it difficult for the forest to recover. This can have negative impacts on the biodiversity of the area and ultimately lead to further environmental degradation.

Cutting a Forest to Produce Paper Bags That Are Quickly