This type of erosion takes place when running water cuts through clayey soil to make deep channels. Common in the Chambal basin of India, it leaves the resultant landform unfit for cultivation. Which of the following type of erosion is being described here?

Sheet erosion

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Gully erosion

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Tunnel erosion

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Lateral erosion

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Solution

The correct option is B Gully erosion

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