Soil Types

Soil is defined as upper layer of the earth composed of loose surface material. It is a mixture of many substances including endless variety of Minerals, remnants of Plants and animals, water and air. It is the end product of continuing interaction between the parent material, local Climate, plant and animal organisms and elevation of … Read more

Podzolization

Podzolization Podzolization is a SoilSoil-forming process that occurs in acidic, Sandy soils in cool, humid climates. It is characterized by the development of a bleached A horizon, a dark B horizon, and a spodic horizon. The bleached A horizon is caused by the leaching of organic matter and clay minerals from the surface Soil. The … Read more