Soil Science Flashcards

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Three soil particles?

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Sand, Silt, Clay

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Soil horizon with the most humus

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A horizon

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Why is loam soil texture ideal for most plants?

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Loam soil provides a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay, offering good drainage, nutrient retention, and aeration.

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Highest water retention capacity

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Clay has the highest water retention capacity.

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Ways to enrich soil

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Add fertilizer or compost, plant windbreaks, and rotate crops frequently.

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What is water permeability in soil?

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Water permeability refers to how easily water can pass through soil.

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What is a necessary element for plant roots to absorb soil nutrients?

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Oxygen

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What is the role of microbes in soil?

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Decompose organic matter

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What is humus?

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Humus is the organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material by soil microorganisms.

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Main causes of soil erosion:

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Water and wind