Explain some harmful effects of agricultural practices on the environment.
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Some of the harmful effects of agricultural practices on the environment are as follows: ... Soil degradation: Intensive farming robs off the soil of its nutrients. In the long run, it can lead to soil erosion and finally to desertification.
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QUESTION :- Explain some harmful effects of agricultural practices on the environment.
ANSWER :-
Some harmful effects of agricultural practices on the environment are as follows:
(i)Natural ecosystems and habitats have been damaged during the clearing of land for agriculture.
(ii)Extensive cropping causes loss of soil fertility.
(iii)Use of fertilizers change the chemistry of soil and kills useful microbes.
(iv) Use of non-biodegradable pesticides leads to bio-magnification.
(v)Use of ground water for agriculture has resulted in lowering water table.
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