Practice Soil Erosion (5.3) - Soil Resources

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Question 1.
Define soil erosion in your own words.
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Think about what happens to the top layer of soil.
Question 2.
List two causes of soil erosion.
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Consider actions that remove vegetation.
3Question 3.
What is soil erosion?
- The growth of soil
- Removal of topsoil
- Soil composting
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Think about what happens when the top soil is lost.
4Question 4.
True or False: Deforestation can lead to soil erosion.
- True
- False
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Consider the role of trees in protecting soil.
Question 5.
Evaluate the long-term economic impacts of widespread soil erosion on a rural farming community.
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Consider how loss of resources affects economic stability.
Question 6.
Propose a comprehensive plan to mitigate soil erosion in a region facing significant deforestation.
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Think about combining strategies for best results.

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