Question

Removal of topsoil by wind and water is called ________.

• A. soil conversion
• B. soil binding
• C. soil erosion
• D. none of these.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

soil erosion

The correct option is C.
Explanation of the correct option:

1. The removal of the top layer of soil is referred to as soil erosion.
2. The main cause of soil erosion is the higher intensity of rainstorms.
3. It can be prevented by planting trees on barren lands. The roots of the trees help to hold the soil together and allow water to penetrate which prevents soil from washing away.

Final answer:
Removal of topsoil by wind and water is called n.