Which term refers to water scarcity that occurs when the soil dries up as a result of deforestation or overgrazing?
A)drought
B)desiccation
C)aridity
D)water stress

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Desiccation refers specifically to water scarcity caused by a lack of vegetation cover due to deforestation or overgrazing, which can lead to soil drying up. Drought, aridity, and water stress are all more general terms that can refer to a variety of causes of water scarcity.

Which Term Refers to Water Scarcity That Occurs When the Soil