The main reason for increasing soil erosion in desert areas is due to ________.
A
high temperature
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B
lack of vegetation
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C
sandy texture
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D
low rainfall
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Solution
The correct option is B lack of vegetation B. Lack of vegetation The main cause of soil erosion is the removal of vegetation. Vegetation
removal takes place due to removal of forest covers and exposes the topsoil to water and wind. Unscientific
farming has also led to barren lands.