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Removal of top soil by soil erosion result in the loss of soil:

Correct answer: B. Nitrates

  • A. Nitrites
  • B. Nitrates
  • C. Nitrogen
  • D. Nitric and nitrous acids

Explanation

Erosion removes nutrient-rich topsoil, including soluble nitrate compounds, so the soil loses nitrates along with organic matter and other nutrients. Nitrites and nitric acids are not the usual nutrients identified in this context.

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