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Causes & Consequences of degradation of landscapes

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Cause : Urbanization, deforestation, unstable agricultural practices (over grazing), infrastructure development
consequences : Loss of bio-diversity, climate change, erosion, health & economic impacts

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What is land degradation

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Landscape degradation refers to the decline in health and productivity of land due to various factors (natural & man-made)

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Causes

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human activities : invasive species, mining and quarrying and pollution

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what is urbanization

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Rapid expansion of cities leads to the sealing of land with concrete reducing soil quality and natural vegetation. It also increases waste and pollution

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Agricultural practices

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: Overuse of chemical fertilizers and pesticides along with intensive farming

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Deforestation

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Clearing forests removes tree cover that protects soil from erosion. Without roots to anchor the ground rain easily washes away topsoil

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Mining and quarrying

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These activities strip the land of vegetation and soil leaving barren areas prone to erosion. They also introduce toxic substances into the environment.

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Climate change

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Changing rainfall patterns and extreme weather events disrupt soil stability and moisture levels. Droughts and floods both accelerate land degradation.

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invasive species : Non-native plants or animals can outcompete local species

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leading to the breakdown of native ecosystems and loss of soil productivity.

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Overgrazing

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Excessive grazing by livestock reduces plant cover compacts the soil

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Pollution

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Contaminants from industry agriculture

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Infrastructure Development

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: Construction of roads buildings

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Consequences

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Loss of biodiversity : Land degradation destroys habitats and disrupts ecosystems

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leading to a decline or extinction of plant and animal species. It weakens the natural balance and resilience of environments.

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Soil erosion and degradation : Topsoil is washed or blown away

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reducing fertility and making it harder for crops and plants to grow. It also leads to desertification in severe cases.

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Altered water cycles : With fewer plants and damaged soil

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less water is absorbed into the ground

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Climate change contribution : Degraded lands release stored carbon into the atmosphere

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especially when forests are cleared. Loss of vegetation also reduces carbon absorption

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Economic impacts : Farming becomes less productive

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affecting food supply and income

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Health impacts : Dust

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pollutants

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Aesthetic & recreational loss : Natural landscapes lose their beauty and appeal

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affecting tourism and cultural connections to the land. People may lose access to green spaces and recreational areas.

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CONCLUSION

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Requires a multifaceted approach inviting sustainable tourism and practices

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policy interventions and community engagement. Awareness and action need to be taken at both local and global levels are essential for preserving ecological health and ensuring the wellbeing of future generations.

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Factors that affect the weather and climate of an area.

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Latitude: Areas closer to the equator receive more direct sunlight

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making them warmer. Areas near the poles get slanted rays

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Altitude:

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Higher altitudes are colder because the air becomes thinner and less able to hold heat. Refers to the height of a place above sea level

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Proximity to Water: Water heats and cools more slowly than land. Places near oceans or large lakes have milder climates

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with cooler summers and warmer winters. Coastal regions tend to have milder climates than inland areas.

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Prevailing winds: Refers to the dominant wind direction in a particular area. They can bring moisture from oceans

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creating wet climates or dry air from desserts. The direction and strength of prevailing winds can significantly impact rainfall patterns and temperature distribution.

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Topography : Refers to the physical features of the earth’s surface

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such as mountains and valleys. The shape and orientation of landforms can also affect wind patterns and temperatures.

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Ocean currents : large scale movements of water in the oceans. Warm oceans currents can carry heat temperature towards higher latitudes

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moderating the climate of coastal areas. Cold ocean currents can bring cool air and affect rainfall patterns

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Vegetation : can influence local weather patterns by affecting albedo [reflectivity of a surface : affecting solar radiation]

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water cycles [ contributing to humidity and rainfall ] and soil moisture.

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Greenhouse gases

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also affect the earth's climate as they trap the heat in the atmosphere leading to global warming.

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How location impacts temperature and how air pressure affects the weather

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Location does impact ...

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temperature due to factors like latitude altitude and proximity to the water.

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Air pressure influences weather conditions by

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drawing wind patterns cloud formation and precipitation.

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Is related to temperature

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warmer air is less dense and rises

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Difference in air pressure drives winds

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air moves from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure attempting to balance the pressure gradient (atmosphere). This movement can carry heat

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Clouds and precipitation

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Rising air in low pressure areas can cool and condense forming clouds and potentially precipitate.

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High and low pressure systems :

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high pressure systems are associated with clean skies and stable weather. Low pressure systems are linked to cloudy skies wind and precipitation.

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Value of landforms

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Landforms are valuable because they influence various aspects of life

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(earth) including biodiversity human activities and resource management (agriculture & industry). They provide resources like minerals

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Mountains : They can influence the climate around them

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rainfall patterns and temperatures in surrounding areas. Blocking winds cause rain to fall on one side

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Lakes and Rivers : they provide drinking water

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irrigation for agriculture and hydroelectric power making them important water resources. They are valuable transportation routes as well

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Plateaus : Large

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flat area that is slightly raised or gently sloping landform. Can support agriculture (livestock grazing)

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Plains :. Is most suitable for agriculture

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providing fertile soil. Also suitable for infrastructure growth

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Cultural

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They are integral parts of human culture

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shaping personal understanding

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Spiritual

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Natural features linked to creation of myths and ancestral stories. Serving as social sites and mountains for example are often seen as gateways to the heavens or as the home of certain deities where one can feel connected to the divine. This enhances spiritual value. An example can be rivers and lakes

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they are vital sources of life and purification. Water is commonly used in rituals and ceremonies for spiritual cleansing. Coves and grottoes in some cultures caves are used as burial sites and places of ancestor worship. They can be used for meditation and prayer. Desserts can be a place of contemplation and spiritual growth due to its vastres.

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Economic

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Provide valuable resources like minerals

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timber and water. Plains are ideal for agriculture

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Aesthetic

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Refers to the value of a landscape for its beauty or majesty. Its overall visual appeal enhances our appreciation of nature and can deepen our connection to the environment. Beautiful landscapes full of life (plants & animals different landforms etc

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Intrinsic

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Intrinsic landforms and landscapes influence climate

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soil fertility

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Competing values

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Arise when different stakeholders have conflicting interests about how landforms should be used or protected oftentimes due to economic

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social and environmental considerations. An example of this can be a mountain

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Cultural value (poetry

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literature

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It is expressed by pepe through creative means such as art

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poetry

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Spiritual value

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Spiritual value refers to the deep connection people feel toward certain natural places due to cultural beliefs

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religious practices

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Economic value (mining

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resources

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A coastal area can be valuable for tourism and recreation

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however it can also be very useful for mining and infrastructure and developing fisheries. development of fisheries and other industrial systems can also harm the surrounding environment and its resources. The desire to maximize economic gains from development might conflict with the need to protect the environment and its resources. This creates competing values particularly between development and conservation.