Which undesirable outcome was inherent when ancient canals exceeded capacity?

💡 Explanation

Ancient Mesopotamia diverted floodwater into canals; the increased water volume eroded the silty banks through hydraulic scouring. This led to mobilization of salts within the soil because the water table rose and evaporated, therefore leaving behind minerals, rather than improved soil quality, decreasing long-term agricultural yield.

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