SCIENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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Question
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Which of these activities is most likely to contribute to soil erosion?
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clearing land for farming
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planting trees and vegetation
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designating land as a wildlife habitat
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reducing the amount of livestock in an area
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Aside from desertification, there is no doubt that human activities are a major cause of soil erosion in general. Construction of roads and buildings, logging, mining, and agricultural production have resulted in large amounts of soil erosion in the U.S. and around the world.
Detailed explanation-2: -Soil erosion occurs primarily when dirt is left exposed to strong winds, hard rains, and flowing water. In some cases, human activities, especially farming and land clearing, leave soil vulnerable to erosion.
Detailed explanation-3: -Deforestation, farming and over-grazing lead to soil erosion.
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