Erosion can result in a vicious cycle of worsening erosion because
A)rainwater increasingly soaks into the ground.
B)the accumulation of humus makes erosion more likely.
C)plants are less likely to grow in an eroded region.
D)the pH of the soil increases as erosion continues.

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Erosion can strip away topsoil that contains nutrients and organic matter needed for plant growth. This makes it difficult for plants to grow, which means that there are fewer roots to hold soil in place, leading to further erosion. This creates a vicious cycle where erosion makes it more difficult for plants to grow, which in turn worsens erosion.

Erosion Can Result in a Vicious Cycle of Worsening Erosion