Removal of the topmost fertile layer of soil is called soil ___.

Soil decomposition

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Soil erosion

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Soil disintegration

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Soil formation

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The correct option is B
Soil erosion

Soil erosion is the process where the topmost fertile layer of soil is eroded by environmental factors like water or wind.

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