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Which of the following prevents soil erosion?
Which of the following prevents soil erosion?
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The correct option is A Afforestation
Deforestation is the destruction of forest resources. The major effect of deforestation is the loss of precious wildlife, rare species of flora and fauna. Directly or indirectly, deforestation causes soil erosion and drought. Soil erosion can be prevented by afforestation and reforestation. Afforestation is the planting of the new forests. Plants hold soil with their roots and thus prevent erosion. Eutrophication is the process of enriching water bodies with nutrients. It supports the abnormal growth of algae.Thus, the correct answer is option A.
Deforestation is the destruction of forest resources. The major effect of deforestation is the loss of precious wildlife, rare species of flora and fauna. Directly or indirectly, deforestation causes soil erosion and drought. Soil erosion can be prevented by afforestation and reforestation. Afforestation is the planting of the new forests. Plants hold soil with their roots and thus prevent erosion. Eutrophication is the process of enriching water bodies with nutrients. It supports the abnormal growth of algae.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.
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