Which behavior does not contribute to the problem of desertification in Africa?
(1 point)
Responses
Increase in dry and hot climate conditions
Over consumption of plants by livestock
Frequent chopping down of trees
Elimination of rain dance rituals by African tribes
Elimination of rain dance rituals by African tribes
The behavior that does not contribute to the problem of desertification in Africa is the elimination of rain dance rituals by African tribes.
To determine which behavior does not contribute to the problem of desertification in Africa, we need to analyze each option.
1. Increase in dry and hot climate conditions: This behavior does contribute to the problem of desertification in Africa. Dry and hot climate conditions accelerate the process of land degradation, leading to the expansion of deserts.
2. Over consumption of plants by livestock: This behavior does contribute to desertification. Overgrazing by livestock can deplete vegetation and expose the topsoil, making it vulnerable to erosion and desertification.
3. Frequent chopping down of trees: This behavior also contributes to desertification. Deforestation, specifically the removal of trees, reduces soil stability, disrupts rainfall patterns, and contributes to the degradation of land.
4. Elimination of rain dance rituals by African tribes: This behavior does not contribute to desertification. Rain dance rituals are cultural practices and do not directly impact the physical factors that lead to desertification.
Therefore, the behavior that does not contribute to the problem of desertification in Africa is the elimination of rain dance rituals by African tribes.