SOIL EROSION

Apr 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Forces Behind Soil Erosion on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway

The Sichuan-Tibet Highway, specifically the Lulang-Tongmai stretch, is a hotspot for soil erosion studies. This is due to its tricky geography and ever-changing weather. From 2000 to 2023, there has been a drop in soil erosion intensity. However, the erosion is not even. It gets worse as you move from southwest to northeast. The spots near the Tongmai Grand Bridge an...

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Dec 04 2024ENVIRONMENTAL

Soil Loss: A Trace Element Conundrum

Ever thought about what happens to key elements in our soil when it gets washed away? Well, it’s not just about losing dirt. This study looked at the Rothamsted Research's North Wyke Farm Platform, where they found out how different elements like copper, cadmium, and zinc ride off with the eroding soil. Turns out, it's not the same for each type of farmland. First o...

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