Social Sciences, asked by sar9, 1 year ago

why is soil considered an important resource? suggest any four steps to conserve soil

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Answered by arpit281
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Soil is made up of air, water, minerals and organic material and is one of the most important natural resources on earth. Most life on earth depends onsoil as a direct or indirect source of food. Plants and animals source their nutrients from the soil and it is home to many different forms of life.

1. Forest Protection

The natural forest cover in many areas has been decreased due to commercial activity. One of the purposes this cover provided was the protection of the soil. Businesses involved in building can conserve by ensuring these areas are protected.

2. Buffer Strips

Soil erosion is a large problem that is being battled around the country. This is particularly an issue where there are natural bodies of water. Buffer strips come in handy for conservation efforts. They provide protection where stream banks exist. They can be created with grass, trees and shrubs.

3. No-Till Farming

There are a number of approaches used when it comes to farming. It is possible to do this work and still conserve the soil. No-till farming is an approach that allows crops to remain in place for a season. This keeps the soil from being left bare and unprotected.

4. Fewer Concrete Surfaces

Soil requires an adequate amount of water in order to function properly. Lots of concrete surfaces, especially in residential areas make it difficult for water to get to the soil. Using paving stones for patios and gardens work to protect the soil. They are also a tool to prevent soil erosion in specific areas.


sar9: why is soil considered an important resources?
Hpm: Soil is a precious resource. It is important to our national economy as productive soil ensures prosperity in agriculture and industrial development and it increases general economic development of the country
sar9: thanks yr
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Answered by YUVIKA13
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Soil is considered as a resource because soil is limited and over uttilization of soil will have a grat impact on future generation. We can conserve soil by -
1) doing Afforestation
2) floods should be prevented
3) do rows farming
4)checking over grazing of animals
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