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Figure 31.6 Soil compaction can result when soil is compressed by heavy machinery or even foot traffic. How might this compaction change the soil composition?
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How the soil compaction might change the composition of the soil?
Introduction:
Compaction of soil is found as the activity of soil compression in, which the soil particles are broken down to decrease the volume of the particle. The decrease in the soil results in the reduction of pore size and space, which is available for air and water.
Explanation of Solution
During the compaction of soil, densification is caused in the soil by, which the air of the soil is getting displaced from the pores of soil. It increases the density of soil by packing the soil particles close to each other and by decreasing the air volume. Hence, it decreases space and the amount of water and the air present in the soil.
The activities of soil compaction due to heavy machinery or foot traffic may result in soil degradation, which ultimately results in soil erosion and decreased crop production. The quality and quantity of vegetation are somehow depended upon the concentration of these soil components. A healthy soil for healthy vegetation must contain a good amount of air, water, organic minerals and minerals.
The activities of soil compaction due to heavy machinery or foot traffic may result in soil degradation, which ultimately results in soil erosion and decreased crop production.
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