Make note on the five causes of desertification
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5 Causes of DesertificationDeforestation – Cutting down trees reduces vegetation cover, leading to soil erosion and loss of moisture.Overgrazing – Excessive grazing by livestock removes plants and exposes soil to erosion.Unsustainable farming practices – Poor irrigation, monocropping, and lack of crop rotation degrade soil quality.Climate change – Reduced rainfall and higher temperatures dry out the soil and vegetation.Urbanization and land development – Expanding cities and infrastructure disturb natural land and vegetation.
