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प्रश्न
Why is soil conservation important? Give three reasons.
उत्तर
Soil conservation is very important because soil consists of
mineral particles, moisture, living organisms like bacteria and earthworms, and decayed organic matter. It is one of the most important resources as human beings-depend on it, both directly and indirectly, for their basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing. It takes thousands of years for even a thin layer of soil to form.
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