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Unit 6 (consequences of agricultural practices) Flashcards

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Desertification

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Transition of fertile land into desert (not dessert)

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Deforestation

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Destruction of forests to make room for agriculture

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Draining wetlands

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Wetlands drained to use water for agriculture

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Soil salinization

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Process by which salt accumulates in soil and reduce fertility

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Pollution

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  • Chemical pesticides and fertilizers
  • Release of greenhouse gases
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