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Plantation of trees on a large scale to check soil erosion are called: |
A. | Shelter belts |
B. | Contour ploughing |
C. | Strip cropping |
D. | Afforestation |
Answer» D. Afforestation | |
Explanation: Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no forest. As plant roots hold the soil. Afforestation prevents soil erosion and enables better retention of water. |
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