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7 grade science

what is soil
what are different layers of soil
what are different types of soil

Profile image of PREETI POBAIYA
6 Years agoGrade
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Profile image of Arun
6 Years ago
The soil is found in layers, which are arranged during the formation of soil. These layers called horizons, the sequence of layers is the soil profile. The layers of soil can easily be observed by their color and size of particles. The main layers of the soil are top soil, subsoil and the parent rock. Each layer has its own characteristics
Profile image of Yashraj
6 Years ago
Soils are complex mixtures of minerals, water, air, organic matter, and ... There are different types of soil, each with its own set of characteristics. Dig down deep into any soil, and you'll see that it is made of layers, or horizons (O, A, E, B, C, R).