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windbreak

Plantation made to provide shelter from the wind and to protect soil from erosion

EntityQ2681149Q2039061

Also known as tree line

Instance of: Q2681149
Subclass of: protection forest
, biotechnical measure

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A windbreak (shelterbelt) is a planting usually made up of one or more rows of trees or shrubs planted in such a manner as to provide shelter from the wind and to protect soil from erosion. They are commonly planted in hedgerows around the edges of fields on farms. If designed properly, windbreaks around a home can reduce the cost of heating and cooling and save energy. Windbreaks are also planted to help keep snow from drifting onto roadways or yards.

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Facet of: erosion control
Has use: erosion control
Members / parts: tree
shrub

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