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The addition of harmful or toxic chemicals to the soil is called _________.

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soil pollution
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soil weathering
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soil formation
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desertification
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Solution

The correct option is A soil pollution
The addition or removal of constituents from soil, changing it's natural composition is called soil pollution. There is a substantial decrease in soil fertility due to soil pollution. This is because of the addition of contaminants that alters the chemistry of the soil.

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