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Question 521 Mark
Explain the factors that help us to determine the various types of vegetation and crops that might grow in any region.
Answer
The factors that help us to determine the various types of vegetation and crops that might grow in any region are type of climate and component of soil.
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Question 531 Mark
There is shimmering of air just above the soil during hot summer day. What does the term shimmering indicate?
Answer
The term shimmering means that the air shines with a slightly shaking light.
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Question 541 Mark
Explain the term humus that is generally found in the uppermost layer of soil.
Answer
The rotting dead matter in the soil is called humus.
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Question 551 Mark
List some measure to prevent soil pollution.
Answer
Minimize use of chemical fertilizers, use manures in place of that Industrial waste should be treated before release Avoid use polythene and plastics.
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Question 581 Mark
Which type of soil absorbs more water but allows less wateMo percolate?
Answer
Clayey soil absorbs more water but allows less water to percolate.
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Question 591 Mark
What is weathering?
Answer
Weathering is a natural process by which huge rock is broken down into tiny particles but at a very slow rate.
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Question 611 Mark
Why is top soil known as the habitat of many living organisms?
Answer
Soil is the habitat for many living organisms, like bacteria, fungi, protozoan and earthworms as it contains large amounts of nutrients. Therefore top soil is called the habitat of many living organisms.
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Question 621 Mark
What are the causes of soil erosion?
Answer
Soil erosion is mainly caused by rain, wind, flooding, overgrazing, and deforestation. Erosion of soil is more severe in areas of little or no surface vegetation, such as desert or bare lands.
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Question 631 Mark
Accumulation of wastes in the soil generated by human activity which alter the features of soil.
Answer
Soil pollution.
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