Whats the difference between depleted soil and degraded soil?
“Depleted” soils is a term that is used for soils with diminished levels of plant nutrients. Depleted soils often have a diminished community of soil micro and macro-organisms as well. Soils can become depleted by erosion or simple over use. “Degraded” soils is a term that is used for soils that have been corrupted or injured. A soil soaked with a residual toxic material would be an example of a degraded soil. The soil micro and macro-organisms in a degraded soil are frequently either destroyed or seriously impaired.
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