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Chapter 24, Problem 14TY
Which of the following is likely to be a consequence of the burning of large areas of tropical rain forest to make way for croplands?
a. a sustained increase in the economic well-being of the residents in the area
b. an increase in the population of large game animals
c. an increase in biodiversity
d. an increase in atmospheric CO2
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