Deforestation significantly contributes to climate change by reducing the number of trees that absorb carbon dioxide, a primary greenhouse gas. The loss of forests leads to higher levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide, which intensifies the greenhouse effect and global warming. Additionally, deforestation disrupts local ecosystems, reduces biodiversity, and alters rainfall patterns. These changes can result in a feedback loop, further exacerbating climate change impacts, such as increased frequency of extreme weather events and habitat loss.