Environment
erosion
noun
Definition
The gradual wearing away of rock or soil by natural forces such as water or wind.
In a sentence
“Poor farming practices accelerate soil erosion and reduce agricultural productivity.”
Synonyms
degradationwearing awayweathering
Common collocations
- soil erosion
- coastal erosion
- erosion control
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biodiversity
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or on Earth.
ecosystem
noun
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
deforestation
noun
The clearing or removal of trees from a forest, typically for agriculture or industry.
conservation
noun
The protection and preservation of the natural environment, species, or resources.