Tropical rainforests are being destroyed in South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.Every year, an area of rainforest the size of the country of Panama is destroyed.Much of this destruction is done by either clear cutting or burning, both of which leave the land completely barren.This loss of rainforest will likely have a negative impact on all of the following environmental factors except the

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The destruction of tropical rainforests leads to a decrease in species diversity (A), disrupts the water cycle (B), increases soil erosion (C), and alters the local climate (D). However, it can actually facilitate the invasion of new species (E) into the disturbed and cleared areas, as these environments become more suitable for species that can thrive in altered or less competitive conditions.

Tropical Rainforests Are Being Destroyed in South America, Africa, and Southeast