Horizons of Soil

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Horizons of Soil: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Soil Profile, Soil Horizons, A Horizon in Soil, B Horizon in Soil, C Horizon in Soil, Bedrock, Topsoil and E Horizon in Soil.

Important Questions on Horizons of Soil

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E horizon is made up of humus.

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E horizon is below_____.

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A horizon is a leaching layer.

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E horizon occurs between:

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List the features of the E-horizon of soil

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Explain with an activity that soil consists of different types of layers.

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What is the composition of the topsoil?

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Which portion of the soil profile is most subjected to erosion?

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The uppermost layer of the soil is known as_____.

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_____ is found below the C- horizon. 

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Which of the following particles are the important constituents of the soil?

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Which of the following layer of soil provides shelter for worms and beetles?

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Which of the following layer of soil is rich in humus?

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The roots of the plant can reach up-to which portion of the soil profile?

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Which horizon of soil profiles contains a lot of humus?

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Give the scientific term for the most fertile layer of soil.

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_____ is the topmost layer of the soil.  

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Topsoil holds most of the roots of plant. 

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Subsoil contains more humus than other layers of soil. 

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Which is the lowest layer of the soil?