Which pedogenic outcome reduces slope instability following intense rainfall events?

💡 Explanation

Bioturbation by earthworms increases soil macropores, causing enhanced infiltration capacity because networks create preferential flowpaths; therefore, quick rain infiltration stabilizes slopes, rather than surface runoff, which contributes to erosion and landslides.

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