Explanation includes
- soil type
- soil properties
- biological
- chemical
- physical
- soil's ability to absorb and store water.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is soil important to the environment, economy, and to life?
- What are some different soil types and their uses?
- What are the five soil formation factors?
- How does the age of a soil influence its fertility? Why?
- How does pH affect nutrient availability? Why?
- What is soil texture, and how does it affect fertility?
- What are some careers related to soil management?