Soil Forming Processes

Quiz

Question

Question 6:  The farmer would like to know what soil forming process(es) will initially be most affected by biosolids application?

 

To review this concept click on the links: Soil Genesis and Development Lesson  4.2

Looks Good! Biosolids application can be considered an addition because Jim Shortz added organic matter to his soil.
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Question 7:  For the correct answer to question #6, what process(es) made this horizon different‏?

To review this concept click on the links: Soil Genesis and Development Lesson  4.2

Looks Good! Mr. Jim Shortz added biosolids (addition), biosolids were transformed and helped alter this horizon, and the translocation of decay resistant organic compounds (humus) into this horizon caused a measureable/visible change.