Question 47
Environmental Hazards and ConservationWhich of the following is not a cause of desertification in West Africa?
- A.Constant high temperature
- B.Deforestation
- C.Overcultivation
- D.Overgrazing
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (Constant high temperature)
Explanation
Desertification is driven by human misuse of land such as cutting trees, overcultivation and overgrazing; high temperature alone does not cause it.