Answer: In this way, as the plates move further apart new ocean lithosphere is formed at the ridge and the ocean basin gets wider. This process is known as “sea floor spreading” and results in a symmetrical alignment of the rocks of the ocean floor which get older with distance from the ridge crest.
High salt content in soil limits the ability of seeds to germinate, as well as plant growth and crop yields. Controlled leaching, typically through irrigation, removes or reduces to the total salt content in the soil, allowing for healthier crops.
