Q309
The vertical section of soil, which shows different horizons, is called
A.
Soil horizon
B.
Soil profile
AnswerC.
Soil pedon
D.
None of these
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The vertical section of soil, which shows different horizons is called the Soil profile. It extends from the soil surface to the parent rock material.A soil horizon is a layer parallel to the soil surface whose physical, chemical and biological characteristics differ from the layers above and beneath.