Question

B-Horizon of soil profile contains .................​

Answer 1

Explanation:

It contains less humus, soluble minerals, and organic matter.

It is a site of deposition of certain minerals and metal salts such as iron oxide. This layer holds enough water than the topsoil and is lighter brown due to the presence of clay soil.

Answer 2

Answer:

The B horizon or subsoil is where soluble minerals and clays accumulate. This layer is lighter brown and holds more water than the topsoil because of the presence of iron and clay minerals. There is less organic material.