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Soil erosion is prevented by:

Correct answer: A. Afforestation

  • A. Afforestation
  • B. Deforestation
  • C. Denudation
  • D. Overgrazing

Explanation

Afforestation protects the soil surface and reinforces it with roots, reducing runoff and wind removal. Deforestation, denudation and overgrazing remove this protection and increase erosion.

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