Soil is an essential component of the earth's crust. It enable life to exist and provide the services neccesary for human survival. What is the effect of soil erosion? What will you do to protect the community?
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The effects of soil erosion go beyond the loss of fertile land. It has led to increased pollution and sedimentation in streams and rivers, clogging these waterways and causing declines in fish and other species. Crop Rotation: Rotating in high-residue crops — such as corn, hay, and small grain — can reduce erosion as the layer of residue protects topsoil from being carried away by wind and water.
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The effect of soil erosion are:-
- The removal of the most fertile part of the soil called topsoil due to natural causes is called soil erosion. So, the greatest effect of soil erosion is the removal of topsoil.
- Reduction in the amount of organic matter is another effect.
- Soil erosion affects plant reproduction.
- It increases the acidity of the soil.
- It seals the upper fertile layer which causes drainage problems.
- To protect the community we can follow techniques like crop rotation, ploughing of large structures and controlling water runoff.
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