differentiate between mulching and afforestation
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afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stand of trees (forestation) in an area where there was no previous tree cover
Many government and non-governmental organizations directly engage in programs of afforestation to create forests, increase carbon capture.
Sometimes special tools, such as a tree planting bar, are used to make planting of trees easier and faster
Mulch is any material that is spread or laid over the surface of the soil as a covering. It is used to retain moisture in the soil, suppress weeds, keep the soil cool, prevent frost heaving in winter, and make the garden bed look more attractive
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Difference between mulching and afforestation is -
Mulching refers to process of spreading a material over land for conservation of soil. Mulch is the material which is spread and example of mulch is leaves, hay, straw, wood chips etc.
The benefits of process are increase in fertility of soil, retaining of soil moisture, controls weed and protects soil from negative effects of winter season.
Afforestation is the process of planting new plants or seeds on the land, where no forestation has been done already. Afforestation can be natural or artificial in nature.
The benefits are holding soil, creates new ecosystem and recovers forest cover.