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Geological Engineering · Q16

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 16

Q16

What is the main cause of land degradation in arid regions?

A.
Overgrazing
Answer
B.
Flooding
C.
Mining
D.
Urbanization

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Overgrazing removes vegetation cover, leading to soil erosion and desertification.This is a major cause of land degradation in arid and semi-arid areas.