Sketch Cross Section Of Soil And Explain It.
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Answer:
A vertical section through different layers
Explanation:
Sketch the cross-section of soil and label the various layers. A vertical section through different layers of the soil is called the soil profile. Each layer differs in feel (texture), colour, depth and chemical composition. These layers are referred to as horizons. i hope this helped plz mark me as (brainliest!)
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Explanation:
These are the various horizons of soil (Image).
The first layer as mentioned in the image is the organic layer or humus layer called as 'O' horizon. It is composed of organic matter and partly decomposed matter.
Top soil: Also known as 'A' Horizon. This layer is composed of mineral rich particles mixed with organic materials.
Subsoil: The 'B' horizon. This layer contains deposited minerals and metal salts
Parent rock:'C' horizon. This layer contains partly weathered parent rock
Bed rock: 'R' horizon. This layer contains unweathered parent rock.
