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Which process directly benefits from planting trees as a soil conservation method?
Which process directly benefits from planting trees as a soil conservation method?
- Increasing the rate of mineral extraction.
- Enhancing the weathering of bedrock.
- Preventing soil erosion. (correct)
- Depleting soil nutrients.
Soil formation begins with the accumulation of humus, which then leads to the breakdown of rocks.
Soil formation begins with the accumulation of humus, which then leads to the breakdown of rocks.
False (B)
What role do sun, wind, and water play in the formation of soil?
What role do sun, wind, and water play in the formation of soil?
They break rocks into smaller pieces.
The layer of soil that contains the most organic material and is located at the surface is called ______.
The layer of soil that contains the most organic material and is located at the surface is called ______.
Match each soil type found in India with its primary characteristics:
Match each soil type found in India with its primary characteristics:
Which of the following non-metallic mineral resources is commonly used in construction and is a key component of concrete?
Which of the following non-metallic mineral resources is commonly used in construction and is a key component of concrete?
Metallic minerals like iron and copper are renewable resources because they can be easily recycled after use.
Metallic minerals like iron and copper are renewable resources because they can be easily recycled after use.
Besides preventing soil erosion and planting trees, give one more way that soil can be conserved.
Besides preventing soil erosion and planting trees, give one more way that soil can be conserved.
The process in which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces is called ______.
The process in which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces is called ______.
In the context of soil health, what primarily constitutes 'humus'?
In the context of soil health, what primarily constitutes 'humus'?
Flashcards
Soil formation
Soil formation
Breaking down rocks into smaller pieces to form soil.
Soil
Soil
The top layer of the Earth's surface; necessary for plant growth.
Rocks
Rocks
Hard, solid materials forming the Earth's upper layer, made of one or more minerals
Types of Minerals
Types of Minerals
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Minerals in India
Minerals in India
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Types of Soil in India
Types of Soil in India
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Soil conservation
Soil conservation
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Humus
Humus
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Metallic vs Non-metallic minerals
Metallic vs Non-metallic minerals
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Study Notes
- Rocks are hard, solid materials forming Earth's upper layer.
- Rocks consist of one or more minerals.
- The breaking of rocks into tiny pieces leads to soil formation.
- Soil is essential for plant growth
- Both humans and animals depend on soil for food.
Soil Resources
- Soil is the top layer of Earth's surface.
- Soil formation begins with rocks breaking into small pieces by the action of the Sun, wind, and water.
- Smaller pieces of rocks decompose further.
- Various layers of soil include humus, topsoil, subsoil, broken rocks, and bedrock.
Types of Soil in India
- Alluvial soil
- Black soil
- Red soil
- Laterite soil
- Mountain soil
- Desert soil
Soil Conservation
- Prevent soil erosion
- Check deforestation
- Plant trees
- Use natural fertilisers
Mineral Resources
- Two types of minerals are metallic and non-metallic.
- Metallic minerals found in India include iron, copper, and coal.
- Non-metallic minerals found in India include aluminium, petroleum, and limestone.
Conservation of minerals
Word to Know
- Humus refers to the remains of dead plants that decompose, this will improve the soil health by adding nutrients, mainly nitrogen.
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