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← HistoryWhich risk increases in pre-Columbian chinampa farming when prolonged drought conditions lower lake Xochimilco's water level significantly?
A)Increased soil salinization✓
B)Reduced nutrient availability
C)Decreased land fertility
D)Elevated disease pressure
💡 Explanation
Increased soil salinization is the most concerning risk because capillary action draws salts to the surface as the water table falls; therefore, the soil becomes toxic, rather than a fertility issue involving organic matter.
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