Soil Formation and Classification
Description: Test your knowledge on the process of soil formation and the various factors that influence it. Explore the different soil classification systems and their significance in agriculture and environmental studies. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: soil science soil formation soil classification pedology |
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing soil formation?
The process of soil formation from parent material is known as:
Which soil horizon is characterized by the accumulation of organic matter and nutrients?
The process of water moving through the soil profile and carrying dissolved minerals and nutrients is called:
Which soil classification system is widely used in the United States?
The soil texture is primarily determined by the relative proportions of:
Which soil structure is characterized by the formation of distinct, blocky or angular aggregates?
The process of soil erosion by wind is known as:
Which soil horizon is characterized by the accumulation of clay minerals and other fine particles?
The process of soil formation from organic matter is known as:
Which soil classification system is based on the concept of soil orders?
The process of soil erosion by water is known as:
Which soil horizon is characterized by the presence of bedrock or other hard material?
The process of soil formation from volcanic ash is known as:
Which soil classification system is based on the concept of soil groups?