Factors affecting the rate of the weathering
The rate at which a rock weathers depends on the following factors. The particle size influences the rate of weathering. The smaller the particles, the greater the surface area for…
Soil Formation| Components of Soil, and Factors affecting the soil Formation
Soil is a complex and dynamic natural resource that forms the outermost layer of the Earth’s crust. It serves as a reservoir of minerals, organic matter, water, air, and living…
Soil formation in different climatic regions
The process of Soil formation, which is also known as pedogenesis, is a complex natural phenomenon. It is influenced by various factors such as climate, parent material, topography, organisms, and…
What are different types of Soils
Depending upon their mode of formation, the soil deposits have been broadly grouped into two classes: (i) residual soil deposits, and (ii) transported soil deposits. What are the different types…
What is Erosion? Mention different types of erosion
Introduction to Erosion Erosion is a natural geological process that involves the removal and transportation of disintegrated soil and rock particles, or sediment from one location to another by the…
What is Geography
The word Geography has been derived from the Greek word “Geographia”, which consists of two words “Geo” and Graphia”. Geo means the Earth, and Graphia means to write. Collectively Geographia…
What is wind Erosion| Features of the wind erosion
The air current in motion is called “wind”. The wind is an important agent of erosion, transport and deposition. Its work is particularly seen in arid regions. Wind Erosion Although…
List of Straits and their importance
A strait is a narrow waterway between two lands, which two connects two major waters (seas/oceans). A strait is geographically important, as hundreds of vessels pass through the strait daily.…
Introduction to Sand Dunes| What are their different types
Sand Dunes The strong action of wind generally deposits sand in the form of mounds. These sand mounds are known as “Sand Dunes”. The sand traveling as a bed load…
What are Erosion Control Blankets
What is an Erosion Control Blanket (ECB)? An erosion control blanket (ECB), also known as the erosion control mat or fabric, is a material made to prevent soil erosion on…