Which long-term outcome results when bioturbation sharply decreases in grassland soils?

A)Increased soil compaction and erosion✓

B)Accelerated chemical weathering of minerals

C)Enhanced nutrient cycling and uptake

D)Reduced soil water infiltration rates

💡 Explanation

Increased soil compaction and erosion occurs because bioturbation facilitates soil aeration and structure; reduced faunal activity decreases porosity, therefore compaction effects increase rather than enhanced mineral weathering, nutrient availability, or altered infiltration dominated by macropores.

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Which long-term outcome results when bioturbation sharply decreases in grassland soils?

💡 Explanation

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