The nutrients in topsoil that support plant growth come from <span>plant and animal matter that is decaying.
When a plant or an animal is decaying, it releases nutrients which are beneficial for the soil. If the soil is healthy and thriving, it means that the new plants which are about to appear will grow more healthily and produce their 'goods.'
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During construction habitat destruction may occur where a habitat is removed to make way for a new development. Plants and sessile animals in these areas are usually directly impacted generally resulting in alteration or reduction in biodiversity.
Two human activities that increase the rate of erosion include farming and deforestation. Both make the top cover of the soil loose making it very easy for it to be carried away by agents of erosion such as wind and water. On the other hand, two natural events that can lead to increased <span>erosion rate include floods and earthquake.</span>
