Which type of soil erosion is caused by underground water movement? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which type of soil erosion is caused by underground water movement?

A. Sheet Erosion

B. Wind Erosion

C. Splash Erosion

D. Tunnel Erosion

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Tunnel erosion occurs when subsurface water creates tunnels and cavities in soil.

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