The Process Through Which Formerly Vegetated Regions Gradually Become Desert-Like

question 81

Multiple Choice

The process through which formerly vegetated regions gradually become desert-like is called

• A) aridity.
• B) vegetative removal.
• C) ecosystem change.
• D) desertification.
• E) ecotone.

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