LET'S IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF SOIL

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WHAT IS SOIL POLLUTION?

 Soil contamination or soil pollution as part of land degradation is caused by the presence of xenobiotics (human-made) chemicals or other alteration in the natural soil environment. It is typically caused by industrial activity, agricultural chemicals or improper disposal of waste.

How can we fix it ?

To prevent soil pollution, its causes must be controlled.

1. Reduce the use of plastics: Plastics and polythene bags destroy the fertility of the soil. Hence, these should be disposed off properly and if possible, their use should be avoided.

2. Industrial pollutants: Some waste products from industries and homes pollute the soil. These pollutants should be treated chemically to make them harmless before they are disposed off.

3. Insecticides: Other pollutants of soil include pesticides and insecticides. 

4. Use manures instead of chemical fertilizers.

5. Industrial waste should be treated before release.

Therefore, the excessive use of these substances should be avoided.

By ARUJ DWIVEDI

Source Wikipedia

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