Impact of Flood on Soil Quality in South Central Laterites of Kerala, India

Key Points

• Soil quality significantly decreases following flood events, impacting nutrient availability and soil structure.
• Key metrics include reduced organic matter levels and altered pH values in flooded areas.
• Assessment using geochemical analysis of lateritic soils across flood-affected regions reveals drastic changes.
• Findings suggest environmental factors influence soil resilience, highlighting the need for further ecological assessments.