Question

How are forest lands being protected from erosion mention four methods?

Answer 1

In general, it is hard to see vegetation over 2000 meters above mean sea level. Therefore, soil erosion occurs in high mountains due to ice melting, rainfall, wind (if it exists) and slope gradient.

Dry soils are subject to wind erosion faster than that od wet soils. If there is a mild slope in the area, the erosion is expected to be low. However, sharp slopes are eroded fastly.

Rainfall amount (intensity) is another factor that affects erosion. Snow (ice) also erodes surfaces in mountain areas.

Answer 2

1. some foresters leave unusable branches and other parts of trees to add organic matter to the forest floor
2. afforestation helps because the plants grow which holds the soil particles and bind them in place
3. indiscriminate cutting of forest is banned by law
4. rural development people's participation in in ecological programs associated with agroforestry- helps to spread awareness among people