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CORALGRILL2014

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What are soil horizons? What are the designations of the soil horizons? What will be an ideal response?

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How does regolith differ from soil? What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Soil horizons are distinct layers that differ in texture, structure, composition and color. The
designations are O, A, E, B, and C.



Answer to Question 2

Regolith is unconsolidated rock material that covers the land surface. Soil is regolith that includes
weathered material, water, air, and organic matter (and can support plant growth).



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