Soil Cover An Irreplaceable Asset of Nature

Abstract

The global aspects of soil cover in the biosphere of our planet is reviewed here. This irreplaceable asset of a normal and healthy circulation of chemical elements and biomass through the soil, so vital to man's well-being is now threatened by excessive exploitation of the land. Proper management, effective reclamation, and sensible soil utilization, based on an understanding of its nature and function, can prevent degradation and improve the environment.