What is soil pollution?

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AThe contamination of soil with pollutants.

BThe process of soil erosion.

CThe enrichment of soil with nutrients.

DThe study of soil microorganisms.

Answer:

Soil gets contaminated through a number ways which is referred to as soil pollution.
Soil can be contaminated with pollutants from different sources like industries and agricultural practices.
Soil pollution occurs due to human activities such as deforestation, unscientific agricultural practices, and plastic usage

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