46. What is meant by 'soil profile'? Draw a sketch of the soil profile and label the various layers. Name any
two situations in which we can see the soil profile at a place.
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soil profile is a vertical section (or cutting) through the soil showing the different layers of soil.
- it can be seen by looking at the sides of a recently dug trench
- it can be seen while digging a well or foundation of a building
- it can be seen at the sides of a road on the hill or a steep river bank
Answer:
The correct answer to this question is an illustration of a vertical piece of soil is a soil profile.
Explanation:
Given - The soil profile
To Find - What is meant by 'soil profile?
An illustration of a vertical piece of soil is a soil profile. It enables you to look at the soil's structure. Layers in a soil profile are referred to as horizons. The soil profile is a vertical cross-section through several soil strata. The feel (texture), color, depth, and chemical makeup of each layer vary. Horizons are the name for these levels.
The first is A-Horizon, where organic waste is stacked high. Topsoil is another name for it. Microorganisms, earthworms, and degraded plant material are examples of organic materials. The second is B-Horizon, where there is less humus in the soil.
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