Conservation of Soil and Water Resources


 
 
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Conservation of Soil and Water Resources

Conservation of Soil and Water Resources: Water is a very precious commodity. Humans extract it from the ground for consumption and as a result, the water table may decrease , damaging habitats miles away. We channelise water from rivers and lakes which reduces flow rate, possibly impacting fish, mussels, and thousands of other kinds of wildlife.

Ways to Conserve Water

  • Mulch planting beds with newspaper, leaves, bark, or wood chips. Mulches retain soil moisture and improve soil quality.
  • Water your plantings with a drip irrigation system. Less water evaporates this way than with a sprinkler, and you target your watering.
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    Question : 1

    Which of the following are correct ?

    (a)  Soil conservation practices are those tools which the farmer can use to prevent soil degradation and build organic matter .

    (b) The farmers should decrease soil organic matter content, soil structure and rooting depth for soil conservation. 

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Which of the following are correct ?

    (a)  Channelising water from rivers and lakes to reduces flow rate, possibly impacting fish, mussels, and thousands of other kinds of wildlife is a way of soil and water conservation

    (b)  Mulches retain soil moisture and improve soil quality.

    (c) Soil conservation practices are those tools the farmer can use to prevent soil degradation and build organic matter. 

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following are correct ?

    (a) Mulches retain soil moisture and improve soil quality.

    (b) With a drip irrigation system less water evaporates than with a sprinkler.

    Right Option : C
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