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Why does the removal of plants and trees lead to soil erosion environmental science?

Plants and trees help hold soil together with their root systems, preventing it from being washed away by rain or wind. When these plants are removed, there is nothing to protect the soil, leading to erosion. Soil erosion can also be exacerbated by the loss of plant litter and organic matter that would otherwise help to stabilize the soil.


What plant grow in alluvial soil?

rice, wheat, coffee


As the soil on hills shifts how is it the tree changing so that it continues to grow upright?

Trees have evolved specialized root systems that help them anchor into the soil on hillsides. They can develop deeper taproots or wider spreading roots to maintain stability. Additionally, trees may also adjust their growth patterns, such as leaning in the direction of the slope, to counteract the effects of shifting soil.


What holds in the soil and collects water and minerals from the soil?

Roots of plants hold in the soil and collect water and minerals from the soil through a process called root absorption. The root system of plants helps to anchor the plant in the soil and absorb essential nutrients for growth and development.


What are uses of soil?

Soil is used for agriculture to grow crops and plants, for construction as a foundation for buildings, roads, and infrastructure, for water filtration and purification, and as a habitat for various organisms. Additionally, soil plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate through carbon storage and nutrient cycling.

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What do plants and trees protect the soil from?

Protection Given By Plants and TreesPlants and trees protect soil from erosion.


Plants and trees protect the soil from what?

Protection Given By Plants and TreesPlants and trees protect soil from erosion.


Why is soil important for all plant?

It gives it nutrients and minerals, and the ground holds water for the plant. 2nd answer: . . . but not all plants are rooted in soil. Some orchids are parasites that live on other plants, like trees, and get their nutrients from the other plant.


How does indiscriminate burning of grass and leaves of trees or plants cause soil erosion?

All growing plants and trees help to anchor the soil around their roots. If the grass is burnt and the leaves and trees burn and die then wind and water can more easily move the soil. This is soil erosion.


What can we do to save soil erosion please give me some information about soil erosion?

plant more trees as planting trees prevents soil from washing away because it holds it together.


What fixes plants and trees firmly into the soil?

Their roots fix them into the soil.


What type of soil is sticky holds water too tightly for plants and is not lose?

clay soil


Does soil help keep plants and trees alive?

yes.


What occurs if the amount of rainfall exceeds the use of water and the soil is saturated?

Surplus. The extra water will run over the surface of the land. If this happens on hillsides it can cause landslides or mudslides, especially if there are no trees left to stabilize the soil.


Where do plants and trees get nutrients to grow from?

The soil i n the ground =D


What can be done to reduce the amount of erosion happening?

The planting of more trees can protect soil from wind and water erosion. The terracing of hillsides also helps to reduce the effects of erosion.


Can erosion be prevented by planting trees or plants?

Trees because their roots help hold the soil in place