The most likely cause of the Dust Bowl was overplowing the land without periods of rest for the soil. This practice stripped the soil of its nutrients and prevented it from retaining moisture, making it highly susceptible to erosion during drought conditions.
What was the most likely cause of the Dust Bowl?(1 point)
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intense wind storms from changing weather patterns
intense wind storms from changing weather patterns
extreme heat evaporating the small water supply in the region
extreme heat evaporating the small water supply in the region
an overpopulation of livestock causing stress on the food system
an overpopulation of livestock causing stress on the food system
overplowing the land without periods of rest for the soil
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