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Agriculture · Q691

Agronomy

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 691

Q691

The scientific study of relationship between soil and living things are termed as

A.
Edhaphology
Answer
B.
Pedology
C.
Mineralogy
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Edaphology is the science or study of soil, especially concerning plant growth. It deals with the relationship between soil and living things.
Pedology is a disciple within soil science which focuses on understanding and characterizing soil formation, evolution, and the theoretical frameworks for modeling soil bodies.
Mineralogy is concerned with all aspects of minerals, including their physical properties and chemical composition.