Why are plants roots important to prevent erosion?

A. Plant roots anchor the soil in place.

B. Plant roots build a barrier, preventing wind or rain from reaching soil.

C. Plant roots absorb the water that would otherwise wash away the soil.

D. Plant roots take up space, leaving very little soil present to erode.

Quite sure it's not B or D and sources online are either saying it's A or C.

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Ash

30 July, 13:21

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Answers (2)

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Corbin Howell · Answer 1

A. Plant roots anchor the soil in place

Lamont Collins · Answer 2

Underground, plant roots look like a tangled web. roots hold soil in place and prevent water from washing it away.

the answer is A