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Mature crops are cut off close to the ground in a process known as _________.

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winnowing

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irrigation

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C

harvesting

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sowing

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Solution

The correct option is C harvesting
When crops mature, they are cut very close to the ground or uprooted. This process is called harvesting. It is done using a sickle or a harvester.

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