Lets Recall!
Across
- 3. It is the narrow zone of contact between the lithosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere; in which life exists.
- 6. An international convention that lists several species of animals and birds in which trade is prohibited..
- 7. The living beings are inter-related and interdependent on each other for survival within this life supporting life system.
- 10. Rocks are piled up to make a dam.
- 11. This is done in hilly areas. It helps in reducing soil erosion which may happen because of run-off.
- 13. Trees of this forest do not shed their leaves at a particular time in a year. They are found in tropical regions which get plenty of sunshine and rainfall.
- 15. The last layer of soil profile is composed of huge rocks.
- 16. This is the second layer of soil. It is composed of sand, silt and clay.
- 17. Trenches are made in front of the barriers to collect water. These help in preventing soil degradation which may happen due to rainwash.
- 18. A natural area designated to protect the ecological integrity of one or more ecosystems for the present and the future generations
- 19. Trees of this forest shed their leaves at a particular time in a year. They are found in subtropical regions which get moderate sunshine and rainfall.
- 22. This type of irrigation is used In dry regions with high rates of evaporation.
- 24. Removal of topsoil
Down
- 1. Physical features of land topography
- 2. These are Series of protected areas linked through a global network, intended to demonstrate the relationship between conservation and development.
- 4. The breaking up and decay of exposed rocks, by temperature changes, frost action, plants, animals and human activity.
- 5. This method is used in coastal areas and in dry regions. This helps in preventing soil erosion from wind.
- 8. In this method, different crops are grown in alternate rows. Crops are grown at different times. It helps in preventing soil erosion from rain wash.
- 9. Loss of moisture in plants
- 12. In this method, the bare ground is covered with organic matter like straw. Covering the soil helps in retaining the moisture in soil.
- 14. The topmost layer of land which is composed of grainy substance.
- 20. The arrangement of different layers of soil at a place.
- 21. Use of land for various purposes
- 23. In this method, ploughing is done parallel to the the hill slope. It helps in forming a natural barrier and prevents water from flowing down the slope.