Question

Explain about soil pollution and write some steps to reduce soil pollution​

Answer 1

Answer

Soil Pollution :

$\bigstar$ Soil pollution is the contamination of soil by toxic chemicals and materials. It is a major environmental concern today.

$\bigstar$ It occurs due to human activities such as the overuse of chemical fertilisers and pesticides as well as the disposal of non-biodegradable waste, industrial waste, and untreated garbage.

$\bigstar$ Such pollutants reduce soil quality and negatively affect the organisms living in the soil.

Steps to reduce soil pollution :

Unfortunately, the lack of awareness about the harmful effects of soil pollution makes matters worse. Each one of us can take small steps to

help prevent soil pollution, such as

$\bigstar$ Throwing garbage in dustbins.

$\bigstar$ Not using chemicals and pesticides can help reduce soil pollution.

$\bigstar$ We must also spread awareness about its harmful effects.