A mixture of decaying organic materials, weathered rock, Water, and air. It takes thousands of years to develop
to use a smaller quanity
to hold within as soil does with water
what the surface or body looks & feels like
dark top layer of soil. Rich in humus
Decayed plant and Animal remains which provide nutrients for plants
Very loose soil made mostly of the largest particles like pebbles. Doesnt retain Water
gritty, loose soil made mostly of particles of sendiment as in the beach.
Silky, smooth soil made mostly of the smallest particles from flooded river sendiment
Heavy, sticky soil made mostly of the smallest particles
a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay. Potting soil is a loomy soil. It is also known as TopSoil