Question

What are the main sources of soil pollution? Write down the measures to control soil pollution.

Answer 1

The major source of soil pollution are:

1. Acid rains occurring due to factory pollution, mines and industries.
2. Excessive use of pesticides and fertilizers that get accumulated in the soil.
3. Usage of materials such as plastics and metals that do not decompose easily.

Following are the measures to control soil pollution:

1. Avoid dumping solid waste on the land.
2. Biogas should be produced from plant and animal wastes.
3. Organic pesticides should be used.