Overgrazing Occurs When Too Many Animals Graze for Too Long

question 22

Multiple Choice

Overgrazing occurs when too many animals graze for too long and exceed the carrying capacity of a rangeland area.Overgrazing causes all of the following except ____.

• A) reduced grass cover
• B) exposure of the soil to wind erosion
• C) increased retention of water
• D) compacted soil
• E) more invasion by inedible plant species

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