Class work social {New words} Flashcards
1
Q
What is afforestation
A
The process of planting trees to create a forest cover
2
Q
What is Land reclamation
A
Process of creating new land near the coastal areas
3
Q
What is Mulching
A
The clear areas in between the fields are covered with organic matter like wood chips to retain moisture
4
Q
What are contour barriers
A
Lines of plants/rocks which stop the flow of water and soil particles
5
Q
What shelter belts
A
The rows of trees planted to control wind movement
6
Q
Full form of WWF
A
World wide fund for nature
7
Q
Full form of ESGP
A
Earth system governace project
8
Q
Full form of GGGI
A
Global green growth institute
9
Q
Full form of IPCC
A
Intergovernmental panel on climate change
10
Q
Full form of IUCN
A
International Union for conservation of nature
