Soil Degradation
This student found that 95% of Earth’s soil could be degraded by 2050.
Milo
Fertile soil is typically collected by digging this many inches into the ground.
What is 6–12 inches?
Extracting soil can damage these natural communities of plants and animals.
What are ecosystems?
By this year, scientists predict up to 95% of soil could be degraded.
What is 2050?
This method uses kitchen waste and leaves to improve soil quality.
What is composting?
Extracting the wrong materials can release these harmful substances into the air.
What are toxic gases?
This process happens when soil becomes less useful and loses nutrients.
What is soil degradation?
Buying this type of soil ensures high nutrient content.
What is high-quality/store-bought fertile soil?
Soil that absorbs harmful substances may become unable to grow this.
What are crops?