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List 2 of the 4 factors in the weathering process |
Additions, losses, transformations, translocations |
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What physical weathering process can apply up to 150 lbs\ sq. in of pressure on rock or soil? |
Freezing and thawing |
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Name 3 of the 6 types of chemical weathering |
Solution, hydrolysis, carbonation, reduction, oxidation, hydration |
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What is the common name for an "O" horizon? |
Organic layer |
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What is the common name for an "A" horizon? |
Topsoil |
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What is the common name for the "R" horizon? |
Undernderlying bedrock |
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If a soil has an AB horizon, describe what this is telling you about this layer? |
It is in-between the A and B layers and has characteristics of both |
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What are the five soil forming factors? |
Climate, parent materials, relief and drainage, organisms, and time\ topography |
