Formation of Soil
Soil formation is the most complicated and slow process. It will take several years that is 100 to 1,000 years the conversion of parent material into soil known as soil formation. This process was carried out by the following factors:
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Factors of Soil Formation |
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Weathering |
It is the breakdown and decomposition of rocks and minerals by factors including air and water. |
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Translocation |
It is the movement of material in solution or suspension from one horizon to another is referred to as translocation. |
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Transformation |
It is a process of changing the soil by microorganisms. |
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Leaching |
It is the loss of soil particles when rain exceeds its normal point. |
What Is Soil
Soil is the loose material that covers the Earth’s surface in most parts of the world. It gives plants the nutrients they need to grow and plants give people and animals food to live. Soil also provides building materials, homes for animals, and things we use every day. More than just dirt, soil is a valuable natural resource that serves as the basis for life as we know it on Earth. Rocks, decaying plants and animals, air, and water all makeup soil. By the process of weathering big rocks break down into smaller and smaller pieces eventually, becoming part of soil.
Table of Content
- What is Soil?
- Composition of Soil
- Formation of Soil
- Factors Influencing Soil Formation
- Characteristics of Soil
- Types of Soil
- Importance of Soil
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