A relationship between poverty and soil erosion occurs in many developing countries.The plowing of marginal land by poor farmers leads to soil erosion,land degradation,and thus to further poverty.What type of cycle is this?
A) It is a destructive negative feedback cycle.
B) It is a constructive positive feedback cycle.
C) It is a destructive positive feedback cycle.
D) It is a constructive negative feedback cycle.

Question

A relationship between poverty and soil erosion occurs in many developing countries.The plowing of marginal land by poor farmers leads to soil erosion,land degradation,and thus to further poverty.What type of cycle is this? 
A) It is a destructive negative feedback cycle. 
B) It is a constructive positive feedback cycle. 
C) It is a destructive positive feedback cycle. 
D) It is a constructive negative feedback cycle.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This is a destructive positive feedback cycle as poverty leads to soil erosion and land degradation which in turn contributes to further poverty. It is a positive feedback cycle because the effects of poverty and soil erosion amplify each other, leading to further degradation of land and deepening poverty.

A Relationship Between Poverty and Soil Erosion Occurs in Many