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In what ways do people affect erosion?

Answer 1

People can affect erosion by how they use earth's surface.

Eliminating "anchoring plants" from the soil permits much faster soil erosion; clearing forests without replanting will also hasten erosion by keeping the soil from being retained.

If not properly managed, water runoff from industrial and residential areas can contribute to erosion. "Off-track" motoring without consideration for the environment frequently results in a muddy, scarred landscape that erodes far more quickly than the natural cover would have allowed.

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Answer 2

Clara Addison

Human activities such as deforestation, agriculture, construction, and mining can accelerate erosion. Improper land use, overgrazing, and urbanization contribute to soil erosion. Additionally, the removal of vegetation, like trees and grass, disrupts natural erosion control mechanisms.

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