Weathering and Soils: The Nature and Properties of Soils

tutorial Tutorial: Soil Profiles and Horizon Development

Each soil profile has distinct characteristics depending on the way the soil developed. They also have differing numbers of horizons, or layers. Listen to this tutorial to find out how these layers, called horizons, develop.

Select the play button to begin the tutorial, and then use the navigation buttons to pause/stop, continue, or reset the tutorial.  View the presentation as often as you would like, and take notes as you follow along.  Be sure to set your volume at a reasonable level before you begin.

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