Soil Erosion Worksheet
This worksheet covers key concepts related to soil erosion, including its causes, effects, and prevention methods, suitable for Grade 11 science students.
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Soil Erosion Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Which of the following is considered a primary natural cause of soil erosion?
Deforestation
Wind
Overgrazing
Construction
2. What is the main role of plant roots in preventing soil erosion?
They absorb excess water.
They bind soil particles together.
They add nutrients to the soil.
They create shade for the soil.
1. Terracing is a method used to increase soil erosion on hillsides.
True
False
2. The illustration below shows an example of soil erosion caused by weathering.
True
False
1. The top layer of soil, rich in organic matter, is called the .
2. is the process by which fertile soil is lost due to natural forces like wind and water.
1. Describe two human activities that contribute significantly to soil erosion.
2. Explain how contour plowing helps in preventing soil erosion.
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