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Why have soils historically been overlooked to the detriment of civilizations?
What is one of the multifunctional roles of soils mentioned in the text?
How do soils contribute to water flow regulation in the terrestrial water cycle?
According to Franklin D. Roosevelt, what analogy did he use to describe forests?
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What inspired John F. to state that anyone who can solve water problems deserves two Nobel prizes?
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What is one impact of soil management mentioned in the text related to air quality?
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What does soil conservation practices involve?
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Why is soil and water conservation important?
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What is a key aspect of wisely using water?
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How does treating land according to its capability help with soil conservation?
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What is the purpose of protecting soil and water from bio-chemical contaminates?
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According to Boutros Ghali, what will be the main pressures on societies and the environment under climate change?
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What percentage of land surface is suitable for food and fiber production?
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How many acres of land on Earth's surface are too dry to support cultivation?
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What is the main reason for soil degradation by continent according to the text?
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How long does it take nature to build 2.5 cm of topsoil?
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Which region's soils are fast becoming degraded according to the text?
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