Which of the following shows where soil formation happens at a faster rate? Cold, dry climate, Steep Slopes, Valleys and Flat Areas, Few animals and plants are present
Unit 2 Lesson 5 Soil Formation

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Eve Hollingsworth
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Back
Valleys and Flat Areas
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which are contained in soil?
Back
Small rock fragments and air
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the movement of soil from one place to another?
Back
erosion
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Examine the soil profile below. Note there are many ground cover plants and a tree with deep roots. Which soil horizon is primarily responsible for this soil’s fertility?
Back
Horizon A, because it contains humus and other organic nutrients that plants need.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Describes the spaces between soil particles allowing for water and air to move easily.
Back
Pore space
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The process of moving weathered rock and depositing it in another location is called?
Back
deposition
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Soil formation begins with the weathering of the _______.
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Parent rock
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