WAEC Geography 1997 Question 30

Question 30

Environmental Hazards and Conservation

Which of the following activities will lead to deterioration of the environment?

  1. A.Planting of trees
  2. B.Contour ploughing
  3. C.Afforestation
  4. D.Creation of shelter belts
  5. E.Overgrazing
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Answer: E (Overgrazing)

Explanation

Overgrazing removes the plant cover and exposes the soil to erosion; the others protect the environment.