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Soil is an important natural resource. It takes millions of years to form soil upto a few cm in depth. Hence, it is essential to conserve soil at all cost, What steps can be taken in this regard? Explain

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Land being an important natural resource, it is necessary to be very careful in its use. Following steps can be taken in this regard to conserve it:
(i) Limited use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides because they kill bacteria and other micro-organisms in the soil.
(ii) Check on indiscriminate cutting of trees because trees play a major role conserving soil from strong wind or rain.
(iii) Check on the pollution of environment.

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