The Dire Effects Of Soil Degradation On Our Planet

University of HarvardUnearthing the Consequences: The Dire Effects of Soil Degradation on Our PlanetNature is clearly facing an ecological decline, in which the anthropic factor has played a decisive role as a direct or indirect, multiple and complex means of deterioration, whether it is near or far in time. Within this context, we have:Deterioration due to erosion.Deterioration due to the overexploitation of biological resources: a) Deforestation; b) Overgrazing.Deterioration due to the construction of dams and canals.Deterioration due to pollution: a) Acid rain; b) Pollution from chemical fertilizers and pesticides.1. Deterioration due to erosion Erosion As a form of degradation of soil or rocks, is caused by the actions of rain, wind, and humans who, through agricultural activities, have destroyed the soil texture, exposed it to solar radiation, and depleted it of natural plant associations. Human beings, through abusive use of land, have led to a decrease in the soil's water retention capacity. This water evaporates or quickly runs off the surface, causing frequent flooding, as there is a lack of tree vegetation to "dampen" the effects