Water Erosion and its Impact Quiz
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What is an example of streambank erosion mentioned in the text?

  • The Mississippi River
  • The Nile River
  • The Amazon River
  • The Colorado River (correct)

    • How does water erosion affect the soil when too many plants and trees are cut down?

  • It enhances plant growth
  • It increases the soil fertility
  • It removes the topsoil rich in nutrients (correct)
  • It makes the soil less prone to erosion

    • What negative effect can occur when water erosion moves soil into the local water supply?

  • Reduced pollution levels
  • Increased agricultural productivity
  • Improved water quality
  • Water pollution (correct)

    • Why is it unhealthy for plants when their topsoil is removed due to water erosion?

    <p>It provides essential nutrients for plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does cutting down too many plants and trees affect water's ability to go into the ground?

    <p>It hampers the water infiltration process</p> Signup and view all the answers

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