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Deforestation may lead to floods. Why?...

Deforestation may lead to floods. Why?

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Plant roots bind to soil and help in soil conservation. This also improves the water holding capacity of the soil. Deforestation leads to soil erosion and ultimately water infiltration of water into the ground decreases with an increase in surface runoff, causing floods.
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