The process of land degradation by which a region becomes progressively drier is called ___.
A
deforestation
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B
desertification
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C
greenhouse effect
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D
land pollution
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Solution
The correct option is B desertification The process by which fertile land becomes arid and finally converts to a desert, as a result of deforestaion, or inappropriate agriculture is known as desertification.