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Which of the following is a major cause of desertification?
Which of the following is a major cause of desertification?
- Industrial pollution
- Natural disasters
- Excessive rainfall
- Deforestation (correct)
What happens to the soil when overgrazing occurs?
What happens to the soil when overgrazing occurs?
- It breaks up and becomes drier (correct)
- It retains more moisture
- It becomes more fertile
- It becomes more compact
How does soil erosion contribute to desertification?
How does soil erosion contribute to desertification?
- It results in the loss of topsoil (correct)
- It helps to bind the soil together
- It increases plant species diversity
- It conserves moisture
What is one of the effects of increased drought and loss of topsoil?
What is one of the effects of increased drought and loss of topsoil?
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What role do tree roots play in preventing desertification?
What role do tree roots play in preventing desertification?
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Desertification Causes and Effects
- Overgrazing is a major cause of desertification, leading to the degradation of land and soil quality.
- When overgrazing occurs, the soil is depleted of its vegetation cover, causing it to become vulnerable to erosion and loss of nutrients.
Soil Erosion and Desertification
- Soil erosion contributes to desertification by removing the topsoil layer, which is rich in nutrients, and reducing the soil's ability to support plant growth.
Drought and Desertification
- Increased drought and loss of topsoil can lead to reduced crop yields, decreased agricultural productivity, and increased poverty.
Prevention of Desertification
- Tree roots play a crucial role in preventing desertification by holding soil in place, maintaining soil quality, and reducing soil erosion.
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