Desertification

A result of human exploitation of fragile ecosystems, usually related to agriculture. Effects include land degradation, soil erosion and sterility, and a loss of biodiversity, with huge economic costs for nations where deserts are growing.

References
  1. World Wildlife Fund. (2020). Soil erosion and degradation. [cited 2020 December]; Retrieved from: https://www.worldwildlife.org/threats/soil-erosion-and-degradation.
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