Podzol Flashcards
1
Q
Low temperatures lead to
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Slow decomposition
2
Q
Coniferous
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Needles and cones produce a thin acidic (mor) hummus
3
Q
High precipitation
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Leads to leeching
4
Q
Elluviation
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Leaves an ash grey A horizon
5
Q
Illuviation
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Leaves a reddish brown B horizon
6
Q
Limited soil biota
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Leads to well defined horizons
7
Q
Shallow roots
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Mean limited nutrient recycling
8
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