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Question
What are the various uses of soil?
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Solution
The uses of soil are as follows:
- Plant conservation: It is concerned with assisting plants in their growth.
- Water conservation: Soil holds water. As a result, by means of bunds and lakes, we can get water for use throughout the year.
- Plasticity: Soil can be formed into any shape. Soil's plasticity allows for the creation of various shapes, hardening through baking, and storage of water. Soil is used to make various items such as earthen pots, lamps, statues, and bricks.
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