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Soil Horizons and Development Lecture 3 Part 3 Quiz
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Soil Horizons and Development Lecture 3 Part 3 Quiz

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What does it mean to have numbers to the right of the horizon in the context of subdivisions in master horizons?

  • The profile is formed with different parent materials rather than soil formation processes.
  • Distinctive layers exist within the master horizon.
  • The profile is derived from more than one parent material.
  • Numbers are used to denote different layers within the same master horizon. (correct)
  • What do preceding numerals represent in subdivisions of master horizons?

  • Different soil formation processes.
  • Distinctive layers within the master horizon.
  • Different parent materials forming the profile. (correct)
  • Transitional characteristics between master horizons.
  • Which designation is used for transitional horizons that are dominated by properties of one horizon but have prominent characteristics of another?

  • AB (correct)
  • E/B
  • 3C
  • B1
  • In the context of subdivisions in master horizons, what does a profile with letters only (O, A, B, C) indicate?

    <p>The profile has undergone various soil formation processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of using capital letters in the designation of transition horizons?

    <p>To denote transitional characteristics between master horizons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario indicates a profile formed with different parent materials rather than soil formation processes?

    <p>O, A, B, 3C, 2C, C</p> Signup and view all the answers

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