Several factors can lead to land degradation. Which of these activities is least likely to contribute to land degradation?

Question

(10 Points)

A. urbanization

B. deforestation

C. poor farming methods

D. using an irrigation system on crops

Answer 1

D. using an irrigation system on crops

Using an irrigation system on crops is generally intended to improve crop yields and sustainability, and while it can have negative effects if mismanaged (such as salinization or waterlogging), it is not inherently a direct cause of land degradation compared to urbanization, deforestation, and poor farming methods, which can lead to significant degradation of land quality.