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What are the main components of soil and their proportions?
The main components of soil are mineral (45%), water (25%), air (25%), and organic matter (5%). The exact proportion will depend on the bulk density of the soil.
What regulates the application of organic amendments such as manure and fertilizers?
The Nutrient Management Strategy Plan through OMAFRA regulates the application of organic amendments.
What controls the activities of farm operations in Ontario?
Provincial legislation controls the activities of farm operations in Ontario.
How do soils form?
Soils form from top down through weathering and the accumulation of organic matter, resulting in the development of soil profiles.
What are the environmental factors that influence the variation of soil type/profiles?
The variation of soil type/profiles is dependent on climate, geographic processes (such as glacier movement and parent bedrock), topography (affecting erosion and drainage), organisms (such as soil organisms and plants), and time.
Test your knowledge on nutrient management strategies and soil composition with this informative quiz. Learn about regulations on organic amendments, provincial legislation for farm operations, and the composition of soil including minerals, water, air, and organic matter. Put your understanding to the test and see how well you score!
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