Question detail
Which of the following is a consequence of over-cultivation?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Section B: The living world
Question
- A. Increased soil fertility
- B. Desertification
- C. Enhanced biodiversity
- D. Improved water retention
Answer
Desertification
Explanation
Over-cultivation exhausts soil nutrients and leads to land degradation, which can result in desertification.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Causes of Desertification
Students often confuse the causes of desertification, thinking they are all related to climate change alone.
To fix this, students should study and remember that desertification is caused by multiple factors including population growth, fuel wood removal, overgrazing, over-cultivation, and soil erosion, in addition to climate change.
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