1) Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide.
Trees are an important part to this planet because they take the carbon dioxide out of the air and convert it to oxygen. When deforestation occurs, there are less trees to do this, resulting in more carbon dioxide in the air.
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<span>An explanation for a biological process that is substantiated by a large body of evidence is called a theory.
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Answer: The answer is D: to allow maximum exposure to light and to reduce shading of lower leaves.
Explanation:
The arrangement of leaves on a Stem is known as Phyllotaxy. It is used to enable them obtain maximum exposure to sunlight.
Leaves are classified as either alternate, spiral or opposite.
Leaves with alternate pattern arise at a different point (node) on the stem. This helps reduce shading of the lower leaves.