INTRODUCTION Littoral Forest: It is known as mangrove forest or tidal forest. This forest grows along marshy coasts and delta regions. Swamp Forest: This forest grows along the intertidal coastline and submerged with seawater. This forest is common near tropical zone. Another name is flooded forest. Littoral and Swamp Forest Ecosystem: This forest ecosystem is […]
Waterlogging and Salinity in Pakistan
INTRODUCTION Waterlogging and salinity are among the major issues Pakistan is facing since irrigation development in Indus River Basin. There are various methods being adopted in Sindh and Punjab to deal with these issues including excess irrigation that leads to leaching of salts, utilizing physical and biological methods including chemical amendments, and establishing tube wells […]
Waterlogging – Causes, Effects, and Solutions
INTRODUCTION Waterlogging: It is defined as water-saturated soil commonly known as waterlogged. The waterlogging conditions are further described as an excessive amount of water present in the soil that restricts airflow/gaseous exchange into it and results in an anaerobic situation. Also check out another related topic: Salinity – Types, Causes, Effects, and Solutions CAUSES OF […]
Salinity – Types, Causes, Effects, and Solutions
INTRODUCTION Salinity: It is defined as the quantity of soluble salt in a water body or saltiness of a water body. Soil Salinity: It is defined as the concentration of salt in the soil. Salinization: The rising concentration of salt in the soil is called salinization. Common Salts: The common salts that trigger the process […]