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Which human activity is NOT a significant cause of soil erosion?

1

Deforestation

2

Contouring

3

Over-grazing

4

Mining

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Answer

B. Contouring

Solution:

Contouring is a practice designed to reduce soil erosion by following the natural contours of the land, thereby slowing water runoff. The other activities contribute to accelerated soil erosion.

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