Question

describe any five factors responsible for soil degradation​

Answer 1

It can be the loss of organic matter, decline in soil fertility, and structural condition, erosion, adverse changes in salinity, acidity or alkalinity, and the effects of toxic chemicals, pollutants or excessive flooding.

Answer 2

Answer:

(1)Soil degradation examples include a decline in soil fertility, adverse changes in alkalinity, acidity or salinity, extreme flooding, use of toxic soil pollutants, erosion, and deterioration of the soil’s structural condition.

Explanation:

(a)Various Causes of Soil Degradation

1. Physical Factors

2. Biological Factors

3. Chemical Factors

4. Deforestation

5. Misuse or excess use of fertilizers

6. Industrial and Mining activities

7. Improper cultivation practices

8. Urbanization

9. Overgrazing

(b)Fatal Effects of Soil Degradation

1. Land degradation

2. Drought and aridity

3. Loss of arable land

4. Increased flooding

5. Pollution and clogging of waterways