Table 3 Effect of soil conditions and erosion on desertification classification
From: Post-Wildland Fire Desertification: Can Rehabilitation Treatments Make a Difference?
Soil | A horizon depth cm | Slope % | Soil loss1 Mg ha−1 | Loss of A horizon cm (%) | Desertification classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Undisturbed | 16 | 10 | 109 | 1 (6) | None to slight |
16 | 66 | 311 | 3 (18) | Slight | |
Eroded | 2 | 10 | 109 | 1 (50) | Moderate |
2 | 66 | 311 | 3 (150) | Severe |