Soil Composition and Processes

Soil Composition and Processes

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial covers the basics of soil science, including its formation, classification, and profile development. It explains the processes of weathering and soil profile development, detailing the different soil horizons. The classification of soil into residual and transported types is discussed, along with the factors influencing soil transportation. The video also addresses soil erosion, its causes, and the impact of environmental factors. Key terms like pedology, edaphology, and various soil types are defined to provide a comprehensive understanding of soil science.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the study of soil's interaction with climate and environment called?

Ecology

Geology

Pathology

Adaptology

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which process involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments?

Chemical decomposition

Physical disintegration

Erosion

Sedimentation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which process involves the release of soluble materials and synthesis of new minerals?

Sedimentation

Erosion

Chemical decomposition

Physical disintegration

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of soil is formed when soil particles are moved by gravity?

Illumine soil

Glacial soil

Collovium soil

Alluvium soil

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for soil particles transported by wind?

Collovium soil

Illumine soil

Alluvium soil

Glacial soil

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which horizon is known as the topsoil and is rich in humus?

B horizon

C horizon

A horizon

O horizon

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which horizon is only present in old soils?

C horizon

O horizon

A horizon

E horizon

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