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Which of the following is considered a primary anthropogenic source of soil pollution?

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1Natural weathering of parent rocks
2Excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides✓
3Volcanic eruptions releasing ash
4Decomposition of organic forest litter

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Excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides

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