Continuous cutting of trees on a large scale may result in:

Deforestation

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Desertification

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Enhanced water cycle

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Rejuvenation & diversification among the flora and fauna

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Solution

The correct option is B Desertification
Deforestation or cutting of trees is a major cause which leads to the change in soil properties.This soil has less humus and is less fertile. Gradually the fertile land gets converted into deserts. It is called desertification.

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Column A	Column B
1. Deforestation	(a) Topsoil
2. Afforestation	(b) Subsoil
3. A-horizon	(c) Agent of soil erosion
4. B-horizon	(d) Planting trees on a large scale
5. Wind	(e) Cutting trees on a large scale
	(f) Bedrock