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soil erosion

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soil erosion [′sȯil i‚rōzh·ən]
(geology)
The detachment and movement of topsoil by the action of wind and flowing water.


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The 2006 Soil Erosion and Crop Tillage Survey showed the percentage of cropland planted with no-till has surpassed conventional tillage in Illinois for the first time.
Once mature, the trees will help clean the air, rivers, and streams; control soil erosion, provide food and habitat to wildlife; and add overall beauty to the landscape.
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