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How does a forest effeact a soil |
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Answer» here are many DIFFERENT types of forests, most conserve soil in the following ways:Trees PREVENT soil erosion by:a) reducing windb) decreasing overland flow c) increasing infiltration.Soil structure is maintained by reducing dessication through SHADING. With better soil structure there is less chance of soil erosion.Soil structure, with greater aggregation, is improved by tree root action.Organic matter is enhanced by leaf LITTER, thus leading to better soil structure.Organic matter is also enhanced by the greater biological activity resulting from decaying trees.Trees PROMOTE wildlife activity, again resulting in increased organic matter and better soil structure. |
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