What is the process of denudation of the soil cover and subsequent washing down of soil called?

Weathering

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Afforestation

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Soil Erosion

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Soil Reclamation

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The correct option is C Soil Erosion
Soil erosion is the process of denudation of the soil cover and subsequent washing down of soil. Soil erosion is aggravated by human activities like deforestation, overgrazing, construction and mining. Soil erosion also occurs due to natural forces like blowing wind, moving glaciers and running water.

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