Soil erosion / problems Flashcards
1
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What are the 5 functions of soil
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- Physical stability + support
- Hydrological buffer
- Filtering and buffering
- Nutrient cycling
- Food, biodiversity + habitat
2
Q
What are the 5 types of soil erosion
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- Water
- Wind
- Waterlogging
- Salinisation
- Structural deterioration
3
Q
What is wind erosion
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A natural process that moves soil from one location to another by wind power
4
Q
What is water erosion
A
The removal of soil by water
5
Q
What is waterlogging
A
Natural process caused by heavy rainfall, high surface run off and irrigation which causes an excess of water in the soil
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