Environmental Science
8 years ago

Changing land use patterns in Karst mountains reduce soil erosion intensity.

Journal of Guizhou Normal University
Land use pattern changes and the effects on soil erosion in Guizhou Karst mountain——A case study in Dafang county
Huang Qife

Paper Summary

The study looked at how changes in how land is used in a mountainous area in China affected soil erosion. By using satellite data and mapping technology, the researchers found that as more land was turned into grassland and forests, soil erosion decreased. Areas with farmland had more erosion than those with trees or grass. Overall, the study showed that changing the way land is used can help protect the soil and water in the area.

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