How Do Human Activities Affect Soils

question 28

Essay

How do human activities affect soils?

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Mental tactics employed subconsciously to shield an individual from the distress caused by thoughts or emotions that are not acceptable.

Repression

A defense mechanism where uncomfortable thoughts or memories are unconsciously blocked from conscious awareness.

Underlies

To lie or be situated under something; to be the support or basis of; to form the foundation of.

Projection

A defense mechanism in psychology where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and motives to another person.