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Soil Erosion and Conservation - Class XI

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Which one of the following methods is most appropriate to check soil erosion on steep slopes?

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Terrace cultivation
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The most appropriate method to verify soil erosion on steep slopes is terrace cultivation.Terrace farming is a method of farming whereby “steps” known as terraces are built onto the slopes of hills and mountains. When it rains, instead of rain carrying away the soil nutrients and plants down the slope, they flow to the next terrace. Every step has an outlet which channels water to the next step.

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