What is another word for soil degradation?
Pronunciation: [sˈɔ͡ɪl dɪɡɹɐdˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Soil degradation refers to the deterioration of the soil's quality, which is caused by natural forces or human activities such as deforestation, overgrazing, and land-use changes. There are several synonyms for soil degradation that can be used interchangeably depending on the context in which the term is used. Some examples include soil erosion, land degradation, soil depletion, soil damage, and soil pollution. These terms depict the challenges that soil faces as they become less suitable for crop production, which then affects the agricultural ecosystem. The consequences of soil degradation include loss of soil nutrients, reduced productivity of crops, and soil infertility, which ultimately affects food security.
