Desert soil is actually a crust of living things that help control erosion, retain precious water, and contribute organic matter and nutrients to keep the soil alive. Because the crust is very thin, a single footprint can crush the life out of the system, and recovery can take lifetimes.
| Date Of Record Release | 2009-03-05 19:40:48 |
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| Description | Desert soil is actually a crust of living things that help control erosion, retain precious water, and contribute organic matter and nutrients to keep the soil alive. Because the crust is very thin, a single footprint can crush the life out of the system, and recovery can take lifetimes. |
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| Source | United States Geological Survey |
| Selector | Bates |
| Date Of Record Creation | 2009-03-05 19:32:45 |
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| Date Last Modified | 2009-03-05 19:40:48 |
| Language | English |
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