The removal of top soil by natural agents is termed as ___.

Flowing of soil

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Soil erosion

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Soil conservation

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Ploughing

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Solution

The correct option is B Soil erosion
Soil erosion is defined as the removal of topsoil by natural agents. There could be different types of soil erosion. Sheet erosion and gully erosion are some of the common types.

Soil erosion can occur due to human activities like deforestation, overgrazing, construction and mining, or due to natural forces like wind, glaciers and water.

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