Soils Flashcards
1
Q
What is the zone of accumulation?
A
Ions are carried down with percolating water and the ions and clay accumulate
2
Q
What is the zone of leaching?
A
Rain enters the ground and ions are carried through the zone of leaching to the zone of accumulation.
3
Q
What are the properties of sandy and silty soil?
A
Weak structure with soil prone to erosion
4
Q
What are the properties of medium soil?
A
Loamy rich soil with sand, clay and organic materials
5
Q
What are the properties of heavy soil?
A
Compact clay which causes runoff
6
Q
What are the properties of peaty soil?
A
It retains water but the top is prone to wind erosion.
