A deep winter snowpack increases the possibility of spring flooding because
A)a rapid spring melt provides massive amounts of liquid water
B)more water enters the atmosphere by evaporation
C)more water percolated into and saturates the soil
D)more water enters the atmosphere by sublimation

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A deep winter snowpack can hold a significant amount of water. When the snowpack melts rapidly in the spring, it can cause massive amounts of liquid water to enter rivers and streams, increasing the possibility of flooding. The water released from snowmelt can also saturate the soil and increase the chances of flooding. Evaporation and sublimation of water from a snowpack do not directly contribute to spring flooding.

A Deep Winter Snowpack Increases the Possibility of Spring Flooding