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Earth Environments. Edition No. 2

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  • January 2020
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Earth Environments. Edition No. 2

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  • January 2020
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Wind erosion is a type of environmental degradation caused by the wind's ability to move soil particles. It is a major factor in soil loss and desertification, and can have a significant impact on agricultural productivity. Wind erosion occurs when wind carries away loose soil particles, leaving behind a barren landscape. Wind erosion can be caused by a variety of factors, including wind speed, soil type, and vegetation cover. Wind erosion can also be exacerbated by human activities such as overgrazing, deforestation, and poor land management. Wind erosion can be mitigated through a variety of methods, including the use of windbreaks, terracing, and the planting of cover crops. Windbreaks are barriers that reduce wind speed and protect soil from wind erosion. Terracing is a method of land management that involves the construction of terraces to reduce the impact of wind erosion. Cover crops are plants that are planted to protect soil from wind erosion. Companies in the wind erosion market include Wind Erosion Control Technologies, Wind Erosion Solutions, Wind Erosion Solutions International, and Wind Erosion Technologies. Show Less Read more