Question

c. Write True or False for the following statements:
1. The changes in the land use pattern show the changes in the society.
2. Deforestation and overgrazing contribute to soil conservation.
3. Water harvesting is a technique of collecting rain water.
4. Saline soils are highly fertile soil which are suited for cultivation of crops.
5. Bedrock layer of soil profile is a solid layer of unweathered rock.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Question 1

Which are the two main climatic factors responsible for soil formation?

Solution :

Temperature and rainfall are the two main climatic factors responsible for soil formation.

Question 2

Write any two reasons for land degradation today?

Solution :

Two reasons for land degradation are deforestation and overuse of chemical fertilisers.

Question 3

Why is land considered an important resource?

Solution :

Land is considered an important resource because it is used for different purposes such as agriculture, forestry, mining, building houses, roads and setting up of industries.