Human Actions disrupting drainage basins - Amazonia

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What do warm temperatures and moist air mean for the Amazon?

There is lots of rainfall and the evapotranpiration rate is high.

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What human process affects the amazon?

Deforestation

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What affect does deforestation have on the rivers in the area?

Less trees means that more water is able to reach the ground so soil becomes saturated and rivers overflow, increasing the risk of floods.

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What effect does deforestation have on levels of rainfall?

Less evapotranspiration takes place, which means fewer clouds form and rainfall is reduced, increasing the risk of drought.