Erosion of soil by the action of wind is known as wind erosion. It is commonly observed in arid and semi-arid regions and is a dry weather phenomenon stimulated by soil moisture deficiency. Conditions For Wind Erosion Wind erosion occur if these conditions are met: Around 33 M ha land in India is affected by … Read more
Hey students, preparing for your upcoming agriculture examinations but confused about whether your preparation is going well or not? Well, no more! At Agriculture Review, we keep updating new test series based on previous years’ questions of the Examination for Agriculturists. In this test, you have to attempt 100 questions from the Soil Science subject. … Read more
To understand why Earth experiences more erosion than the Moon, we need to examine the factors that cause erosion and determine whether these factors are also present on the Moon. If they are, then we must compare their intensity. Once we understand this, the difference will become crystal clear. Factors like presence of atmosphere, wind, … Read more
Soil bulk density is defined as the weight of soil in a given volume, it is the oven dry weight of a unit volume of soil inclusive of pore spaces. The bulk density of soil is always smaller than its particle density. It varies indirectly with the total pore space present in the soil and … Read more
Weathering of rocks and minerals are important for the formation of soil. Soils are formed from various types of rocks and minerals through the intermediate stage of regolith. The formation of soil comprises two basic steps that are: What Is Weathering Of Rocks And Minerals? Weathering of rocks and minerals can be defined as an … Read more
The process that breaks down a sample of soil from the mineral parent into smaller particles is called “weathering.” It is a process of disintegration and decomposition of rocks and minerals with the help of physical agents and chemical processes. However, at first, the parent materials are converted into regolith. Regolith is an unconsolidated and … Read more
Soil contains both biotic and abiotic factors. It is a living ecosystem composed of biotic factors (plants, animals and microbes) and abiotic factors ( minerals, water and air). If you take one gram of soil, then there is a higher possibility that it may be a house for over a billion microorganisms of different species. … Read more
Understanding the essence of soil is pivotal for the world of agriculture. Soil, in its broadest definition, refers to the natural occuring medium in which plants can grow & its composition plays a vital role in agricultural success. Soil is a dynamic mixture of organic matter, minerals, water, and air, constituting its diverse components. As … Read more
Soil is one of the most important factors which has a great impact on the growth of crops. For successful cultivation of crops, estimation of soil chemical, as well as physical properties plays a crucial role. Hence testing soil helps farmers & researchers to understand nutrient availability, pH, etc. The prime goal is to determine … Read more
Drought is one of the most significant environmental challenges that farmers & agricultural producers face. The effects of drought on agriculture are far-reaching and can lead to crop failure, reduced yields, and economic losses. Drought conditions cause a lack of moisture in the soil, which can result in poor plant growth and reduced crop yields. … Read more