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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when earthworm populations exceed soil's carrying capacity?
A)Increased rate of topsoil erosion✓
B)Enhanced soil horizon differentiation
C)Reduced nutrient availability for plants
D)Decreased rate of organic matter decomposition.
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Increased earthworm activity beyond carrying capacity initially enhances bioturbation, but rapidly depletes surface organic matter exposing soil to erosion because excessive soil disturbance reduces soil cohesion; therefore, greater topsoil erodes, rather than increased soil fertility at those levels.
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