Which of the following layers of soil gets depleted during soil erosion?

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The A horizon is the topsoil layer that contains the highest amount of organic matter, nutrients, and microorganisms. Therefore, it is the layer that is most affected by soil erosion and gets depleted first. The B horizon, which is the subsoil layer, has a lower amount of organic matter and nutrients compared to the A horizon, and the C horizon, which is the parent material, typically contains rocks and minerals and has no organic matter or nutrients. The R horizon is the bedrock layer that lies beneath all other soil layers and is not affected by soil erosion.

Which of the Following Layers of Soil Gets Depleted During