Erosion Patterns

Definition

Erosion Patterns are spatial distributions and directions of soil loss driven by water, wind, or human activity. GIS reveals these patterns through terrain analysis, land use changes, and historical imagery comparisons.

Application

Erosion studies inform watershed protection, agriculture, and infrastructure planning. GIS allows multi-year trend visualization and prediction models to anticipate erosion hotspots.

FAQ

Why analyze erosion patterns?

To understand soil loss mechanisms and prioritize conservation efforts.

How is GIS used?

Through spatial overlay, terrain modeling, and NDVI-based land cover change detection.

Where is erosion common?

Steep slopes, overgrazed lands, construction sites, deforested areas.

What tools support mapping?

ArcGIS, RUSLE models, QGIS, remote sensing platforms.