Desertification of dry ecosystems is usually caused by a combination of factors,including all of the following except________ .
A)drought
B)crop production in areas too dry to support grazing
C)overgrazing
D)poor irrigation practices

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Desertification is caused by a combination of factors, including drought, overgrazing, poor irrigation practices, deforestation, and unsustainable land use practices. However, crop production in areas too dry to support grazing is not a common cause of desertification. Rather, it is more likely to contribute to soil erosion and depletion of nutrients.

Desertification of Dry Ecosystems Is Usually Caused by a Combination