Soil Degredation and Pollution

Question 1

What refers to the deterioration of soil quality? —-

Answer 1

Soil degradation

Question 2

It occurs when soil loses value, whether in terms of minerals, organic matter, structure, texture, water retention, or volume, in the case of erosion. —-

Answer 2

Soil degradation

Question 3

Healthy soil is about 25% ? and 25% ? —-

Answer 3

air ; water

Question 4

The rest of the healthy soil is made up of minerals and organic matter. And is a home to a complex “soil food web” of 7 biotic factors. What are they? —-

Answer 4

microscopic fungi, algae, bacteria, and protozoa, as well as insects, earthworms, and small animals

Question 5

In soil structure, what are the six soil horizons? —-

Answer 5

(OAEBCR) Organic layer, topsoil, eluviation layer, subsoil, parent rock, bedrock

Question 6

In soil structure, what is the ideal range for lawn maintenance of acidity and alkalinity in soils? —-

Answer 6

between 5.5 to 7.0

Question 7

In the causes, which depletes certain nutrients from the field? —-

Answer 7

monocropping under poor farming strategies

Question 8

In the causes, which negatively affects the earth’s structure and nutrient availability? —-

Answer 8

inefficient irrigation under poor farming strategies

Question 9

In the causes, over reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides leads to? —

Answer 9

degraded soil health under poor farming strategies

Question 10

In the causes, practices like deep plowing and heavy tillage weaken soil aggregates and disrupt the structure of the ground. —-

Answer 10

aggressive cultivation

Question 11

In the causes of soil degradation, [two words] can affect soil health and beneficial organisms through nutrient imbalances, environmental pollution, and acidifying the land. —-

Answer 11

misusing fertilizers

Question 12

[blank] causes soil degradation by depleting vegetation cover and increasing ground compaction. —-

Answer 12

overgrazing

Question 13

In the causes of soil degradation, clearing forests for agriculture, logging, or urban expansion destroys the protective vegetative cover of the land. —-

Answer 13

deforestation

Question 14

What can be lost due to water erosion? —-

Answer 14

topsoil, organic matter, and nutrients

Question 15

In the causes, [blank] occurs as a result of overwatering and poor drainage. —-

Answer 15

erosion

Question 16

In the causes, fine particles are blown away by [two words] when drought-stricken fields are left. —-

Answer 16

wind erosion

Question 17

In the causes, [two words] involves land conversion, ground sealing, and infrastructure construction, all of which lead to the loss of fertile soil and land degradation. —-

Answer 17

urban expansion

Question 18

In the causes, [four words] can introduce toxic pollutants and heavy metals into the land, making it unfit for agricultural or ecological purposes. —-

Answer 18

industrial and mining activities

Question 19

In the causes, [two words] is a threat to human health and the environment, caused by the discharge of toxic pollutants and chemicals through industrial spills, incorrect waste disposal, or agricultural runoff. —-

Answer 19

soil contamination

Question 20

Enumerate the nine causes of soil degradation. [clue: Pfp,Ac,Mf,ODE,Ue,I&ma,Sc] —-

Answer 20

poor farming practices, Aggressive cultivation, Misusing fertilizers, Overgrazing, Deforestation, Erosion, Urban expansion, Industrial and mining activities, Soil contamination

Question 21

Enumerate the five environmental impacts of soil degradation. [clue: LoB,Se,DF,Cc] —-

Answer 21

Loss of biodiversity, species extinction, desertification, flooding, climate change

Question 22

In the environmental impact, what describes as the soil loses its nutrients or becomes polluted, it’s not able to support healthy trees and plants. This devastates the entire ecosystem, and all kinds of life, from soil microbes to birds and animals, no longer have food or a safe place to live? —-

Answer 22

Loss of biodiversity

Question 23

In the environmental impact, what is a combination of a loss of habitat and disappearing food sources can threaten the very existence of many species? —-

Answer 23

species extinction

Question 24

In the environmental impact, when the soil is so severely degraded that it can no longer support life, it essentially becomes an arid desert. —-

Answer 24

desertification

Question 25

In the environmental impact, soil degradation can also lead to [blank], as arid soil is less able to soak up and retain water. ----

Answer 25

floods under flooding

Question 26

In the environmental impact, soils store large amounts of carbon in the form of organic matter. ----

Answer 26

climate change

Question 27

Degraded soil can store 50-75% less [blank] than healthy soil, releasing it into the atmosphere and contributing to climate change. ----

Answer 27

carbon under climate change

Question 28

Enumerate the ways on how people can help prevent soil degradation. ----

Answer 28

apply conservation tillage techniques, practice crop rotation, alternate crops using strip cropping, avoid over-irrigation, apply the right amount of fertilizer, aim for organic farming, plant cover crops, adopt contour farming, practice terrace farming on the slopes

Question 29

[blank] is the introduction of harmful substances or energies into the environment in quantities that disrupt its balance. ----

Answer 29

pollution

Question 30

[blank] is in the air we can't see but breathe everyday. ----

Answer 30

pollution

Question 31

Enumerate the eight types of pollution. ----

Answer 31

air, water, soil, noise, light, thermal, radioactive, plastic

Question 32

_______ pollution is a modern crisis, with billions of tons of plastic waste choking our oceans and landfills. It harms wildlife, enters the food chain, and contributes to soil and water contamination. ----

Answer 32

plastic

Question 33

_______ pollution refers to sudden changes in water temperature. _______ pollution disrupts aquatic ecosystems, reduces oxygen levels in water, and harms marine life. ----

Answer 33

thermal

Question 34

_______ pollution is the excessive or misdirected artificial light that disrupts natural darkness. _______ pollution disrupts wildlife, affects human sleep patterns, and wastes energy. ----

Answer 34

light

Question 35

_______ pollution refers to the degradation of land due to harmful chemicals or waste. This directly impacts agriculture and food safety. ----

Answer 35

soil

Question 36

_______ pollution is one of the most dangerous forms of pollution, _______ contamination occurs when _______ substances are released into the environment. This type of pollution causes severe health issues, including cancer, and contaminates the environment for thousands of years. ----

Answer 36

radioactive

Question 37

_______ pollution reduces crop yields, harms wildlife, and contributes to water pollution when contaminants seep into nearby water bodies. ----

Answer 37

soil

Question 38

_______ pollution affects rivers, lakes, oceans, and groundwater. It occurs when harmful chemicals, waste, or biological contaminants degrade water quality. ----

Answer 38

water

Question 39

_______ pollution is the most visible and deadly form of pollution. It occurs when harmful substances like gases, particulates, and biological molecules are released into the atmosphere. ----

Answer 39

air

Question 40

_______ pollution isn't as visible but its effects are just damaging. It's caused by excessive, unwanted sound in the environment. ----

Answer 40

noise