Biosphere: Gley Flashcards by Kitty Brown | Brainscape

Q

associated vegetation

A

small shrubs with shallow roots

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acidic mor humus

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due to slow decomposition

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A horizon

A

black earth

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B horizon

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blue-grey with clay texture

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waterlogged

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due to position at the base of hills

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Q

lack of oxygen

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means few soil biota

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iron mottling

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due to pockets of oxygen

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C horizon

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impermeable permafrost

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clear soil horizons

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due to few soil biota

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