Horizonation refers to the development of distinct soil horizons (layers) over time.
It is part of the soil formation (pedogenesis) process.
It results from leaching, organic matter accumulation, and mineral transformations.
Other terms:
Salinization = salt accumulation
Solonization = sodium accumulation
Podzolization = leaching under acidic conditions
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24 Mins English English75 Questions300 Marks90 Mins English English30 Questions30 Marks27 Mins English| Set A (Scientist) |
Set B (Contribution) |
| [i] Thomas Way |
[a] Borax |
| [ii] Thomas Graham |
[b] Ammonium molybdate |
| [iii] Sorenson |
[c] Copper sulphate |
| [iv] Schofield |
[d] Zinc sulphate |
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Set B |
| [i] Robinson |
[a] Pipette method |
| [ii] Yoder |
[b] Wet sieving |
| [iii] Munsell |
[c] Colour chart |
| [iv] Atterberg |
[d] Consistency limits |
The most widely used vegetation index is
Which one of the following is the active factor of soil formation?
The highest category of soil classification system is
The essentiality of Molybdenum was discovered by
Resource Conservation Technologies include: A) Zero or Minimum Tillage B) Direct Seeding C) Bed planting with residue mulch
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