Raindrop Erosion refers to

Raindrop Erosion refers to

• A. Dislodges many soil particles
• B. Dissolves nutrients
• C. Increases soil cohesion
• D. Compresses soil

Answer: (A)

Raindrop erosion is the mechanical detachment of soil particles caused by the impact of raindrops on the soil surface. The energy from falling droplets dislodges particles and initiates the erosion process, starting with splash action that breaks apart soil aggregates. The other options describe chemical dissolution (nutrient leaching), increased cohesion (which would resist erosion), or compression (not caused by raindrop impact).

Raindrop erosion is the mechanical detachment of soil particles caused by the impact of raindrops on the soil surface. The energy from falling droplets dislodges particles and initiates the erosion process, starting with splash action that breaks apart soil aggregates. The other options describe chemical dissolution (nutrient leaching), increased cohesion (which would resist erosion), or compression (not caused by raindrop impact).