Overgrazing removes protective plant cover from the soil surface. This lack of vegetation leaves the soil exposed to wind and rain, significantly increasing the rate of soil erosion.
Overgrazing causes ______
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 4 2021 · Topic: Ecology (Ecological Principles: Carrying Capacity, Limiting Factors)
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