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____________ affects a large number of people living in 110 countries.


Desertification affects a large number of people living in 110 countries.

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Desertification is the conversion of fertile and cultivable land into barren land by human and natural forces. Human activities like mining, quarrying and construction have aggravated desertification in many countries. The loss of fertile and natural land by desertification amounts to 35% of the land surface. Desertification affects a large number of people living in 110 countries. It occurs mainly in the semi-arid deserted regions.


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