Zonal soils Flashcards by holly Preston | Brainscape

Q

Which soils are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres?

A

Chernozem 

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Chernozem soil characteristics

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rich black soils
high amounts of nutrients
high fertility
good topography
covers 230 million hectares worldwide.
clay-like structures - good for retaining water

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Which soils are found around the equator?

A

Latosols 

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Latosol characteristics

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most of organic matter held in the vegetation
red, orange colour
product of hot, wet climate and thick forest cover.
30 - 40 metres soil deepe

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