Acid sulfate soil

Acid sulfate soil is like a big dirt puzzle that can harm plants and animals. It happens when underground rocks and minerals such as iron and sulfide mix with water and air, which can be bad for the environment.

When the soil becomes acidic, it can dissolve the minerals and release toxic substances into nearby waterways, making the water unhappy and harmful for fish and other animals to live in. The acidity can also cause plants to struggle to grow, and even die, which can impact the entire ecosystem.

But, humans have ways to fix this pollution problem. By adding lime (a type of powder made from rocks) to the soil, it can neutralize the acidity and stop the negative effects. However, we must be careful to apply the right amount of lime, at the right time, and in the right way to prevent more harm to the earth.

So, just like how we can solve a puzzle, we can help the environment by solving the problem of acid sulfate soil with a bit of lime and a lot of care!