Erosion Erosion, whether natural or unnatural, is an extensive subject. One natural example is "sand migration" along beaches. Erosion can also be caused by "erosion events" and man-made effects on the environment. Begin with a basic explanation here!
Erosion Devastation In the Great Depression years of the 1930s, Americans in the Midwestern U.S. experienced extreme wind erosion. During this time, wind storms, combined with drought and over-farming, led to devastating economic and social consequences for farmers. Read more.
Scientists work to determine problem erosion through digital mapping with satellite images. Over time, they can determine soil areas at risk. See more here!
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