Soil Pollution

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Science Solutions from Chapter -1 - Soil Pollution

This chapter discusses the process of soil formation and the properties and fertility of the soil. It covers the causes of land pollution along with a brief note on biomagnification and deforestation. It briefs on the pollution of underground soil.

Practice Other Topics from Soil Pollution

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Introduction to Soil, Its Formation and Properties

The topic comprises the properties and significance of soil. It also elaborates on the constituents involved in its formation. Moreover, multiple pictures and activities are discussed here for better understanding.

The topic focuses on the chemical and biological components that enhance the fertility of the soil. It also elaborates on the introduction of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil with the aid of pictures and charts.

In this topic, we will learn about soil pollution. It discusses the causes, pollutants and effects of soil pollution. It also explains its harmful effects on plants and animals.

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Causes of Land Pollution: Uses of Chemicals, Biomagnification, Deforestation, Dumping Solid Wastes and Urbanization

The topic focuses on the causes of land pollution because of usage of chemicals. It also demonstrates the indiscriminate uses of fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides. The method of biomagnification is also illustrated here.

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Pollution of Underground Soil and Natural land pollution

Within this topic, we will learn about underground soil pollution. It also illustrates the consequences of pollution in agricultural, industrial and urban areas with the aid of examples discussed here.

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Effects of Soil Pollution

This topic elaborates on the consequences of soil pollution on human health and development. It further elucidates the hazardous role of chemicals interrupting the food chain leading to cancers and other diseases.

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Control of Soil Pollution

The topic comprises the techniques of controlling soil pollution. Also, it elaborates on the 4R techniques of reducing, reusing, recycling, and recovery of material. Several examples are also discussed here for illustration.

Science>Biology>Soil Pollution>Soil Conservation

This topic explains the factors responsible for soil erosion. It sheds light on the steps that can be taken to prevent soil erosion. Moreover, it describes why conservation of soil is necessary for crops.