Practice mode Soil Science

What are horizons such as AB, EB, BA and BE in a soil profile called?

Correct answer A. Transition horizons

Explanation

Horizons labelled with two capital letters show properties of both neighbouring master horizons, with the dominant one written first. They mark the gradual change from one master horizon to the next, so they are transition horizons.

Report a problem

Answer checked How we write and check questions

Tip: press A, B, C or D to answer, and N for the next question.

Advertisement

Have a question about this answer?

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Links and website addresses are not allowed in comments.