Question

What are the consequences of soil erosion?

Answer 1

The consequences of soil erosion are as follows:

1. It has led to increased pollution and sedimentation in streams and rivers.
2. Clogging the waterways and causing a decrease in fish species.
3. Degraded lands often have less ability to hold on to water.
4. Topsoil is removed.
5. Topsoil quality is reduced.
6. No medium crops to grow in soil with poor quality.
7. Use of artificial fertilizers.
8. Disrupts ecosystem.