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_____ is the process of filling low lying areas to create new land.

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Land reclamation

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Quarrying

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Sand mining

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Water extraction

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Solution

The correct option is A Land reclamation
The process of filling ponds, rivers, streams, lakes, and low lying areas to create a new land is called "Land reclamation".

This construction activity reduces the soil strength and stiffness and pollutes the water.

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