Deforestation leads to erosion of top fertile layer of the soil, it also depletes the soil of decomposing microorganisms and thus humus. Absence of humus makes the soil dry i.e, its water holding capacity is decreases. So no vegetation grows in the soil, further depleting the condition of the soil leading to desert like condition. Hence, also called desertification
So, the correct answer is 'Desertification of habitat'
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