The Primary Cause of Desertification in the World Today Is

question 64

Multiple Choice

The primary cause of desertification in the world today is

• A) increased salinity resulting from irrigation practices.
• B) overgrazing of marginal lands.
• C) clearing and degradation of tropical forests.
• D) herbicide and fertilizer runoff.
• E) use of water for industry.

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Common Fixed Expenses

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