The preservation of ecosystems indirectly provides fresh water becausea. trees produce water as a result of photosynthesis.b. animals excrete water-based products.c. forests soak up water and release it slowly.d. ecosystems promote the growth of bacteria that release water into the environment.e. plants trap moisture with their leaves.

The preservation of ecosystems indirectly provides fresh water becausea. trees produce water as a result of photosynthesis.b. animals excrete water-based products.c. forests soak up water and release it slowly.d. ecosystems promote the growth of bacteria that release water into the environment.e. plants trap moisture with their leaves.

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168116

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter20: Ecosystems And The Biosphere

Section: Chapter Questions

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