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Aridation

Definition:

Aridation is the process of becoming dry or arid, typically due to a decrease in precipitation or an increase in evaporation.

Examples:

• The ongoing aridation of the region has led to water scarcity and droughts.
• Climate change is accelerating aridation in many parts of the world.
• The aridation of the soil has made farming unsustainable in this area.

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