After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Definition of Soil Texture 2. Classes of Soil Texture 3. Determination. Definition of Soil Texture: Soil texture refers to the relative percentage of sand, silt and clay in a soil. Natural soils are comprised of soil particles of varying sizes. Texture is an important soil characteristic […]
Soil Texture: Definition, Classes and Its Determination
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Soil Structure: Classification, Genesis and Evaluation
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After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Classification of Soil Structure 2. Genesis of Soil Structure 3. Evaluation 4. Influence on Soil Physical Properties 5. Importance. Classification of Soil Structure: Soil structure is described under three categories: I. Types, II. Classes and III. Grades. I. Types of Structure: It is determined by the […]
Disintegration and Decomposition of Rocks and Minerals
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This article throws light upon the three main biological agents responsible for disintegration and decomposition of rocks and minerals. The biological agents are: 1. Man and Animal 2. Roots of Higher Plants 3. Micro-Organisms. Biological Agent # 1. Man and Animal: The action of human being in the disintegration of rocks is well recognised as […]