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A collection of scientific and analytical articles on land restoration, desertification control, dust management, soil stability, and environmental innovation.
This article revisits National Geographic’s November 1979 report on the use of oil mulch to stabilize sand dunes near Ahvaz, Iran. The method aimed to reduce sand movement, preserve soil moisture, and create initial conditions for vegetation establishment.
This study examines the short-term effects of oil mulch on vegetation in arid areas of southwest Iran. The findings suggest that mulching may help increase vegetation cover and reduce bare soil, while its effects on species diversity require careful monitoring.
This study explores the use of modified bentonite impregnated with petroleum-based materials as an approach to stabilizing sands vulnerable to wind erosion. The findings suggest potential applications in erosion control and reducing soil particle movement.
This article reviews different approaches to stabilizing sand dunes, including oil and biological mulches, native vegetation planting, and windbreaks. It emphasizes the importance of combining mechanical, biological, and management-based methods according to local climate conditions.
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