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 Due to property of clay soil, it is used for making pots and toys.

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Important Questions on Soil

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Erosion of soil by wind is common in _____.
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Look at the picture carefully and answer the question asked below.

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Where will the maximum soil erosion occur, in thick forests or bare lands? Why? Apart from providing us with food, what is the benefit of agricultural land?

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Soil erosion by wind is common in _____.
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What causes soil erosion?

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Explain how soil erosion can be prevented.
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The removal of topsoil from the surface of the Earth is known as _____ erosion.
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Why is soil erosion by wind common in deserts?
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Soil erosion can weaken the soil's ability to hold water. It harms the topsoil and vegetation. What will be the effect of soil erosion on the insects and animals living under the soil? Will they benefit from soil erosion or will they be harmed?
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In which ways is topsoil eroded?
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Write short notes on embankments.
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What is soil erosion? What are its effects?
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What is meant by soil erosion?
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Soil erosion by water is common in places that receive heavy rainfall.    
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Write two harmful effects of soil erosion.
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Complete the concept map:

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Cutting down trees in large numbers is called afforestation.     
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Overgrazing exposes the soil to erosion.