One of the most worrisome results of the large-scale clearing and cultivation of land is
A)erosion and soil degradation.
B)the inability to supply fresh water.
C)the inability to supply enough food for growing populations.
D)hurricanes.

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Clearing and cultivation of land often leads to soil erosion, which in turn leads to soil degradation. This process can have devastating effects on the ecosystem and can lead to a decrease in agricultural productivity. While providing enough food for growing populations and ensuring access to fresh water are also important concerns, they are not directly linked to land clearing and cultivation in the same way that erosion and soil degradation are. Hurricanes are not directly linked to land clearing and cultivation.

One of the Most Worrisome Results of the Large-Scale Clearing