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Soils

Requirements

1. Define what “soil” means?

2. Where on earth is all soil located?

3. What are 5 key factors in soil formation?

4. Define the following terms:

  • a. A-Horizon
  • b. B-Horizon
  • c. C-Horizon
  • d. Organic layer
  • e. Mineral layer
  • f. Clay
  • g. Leaching
  • h. Silica
  • i. Humus
  • j. Soil Profile
  • k. Parent Material
  • l. Pedologist

5. Define the term “Soil Classification”. Why are soils classified?

6. Discuss three differences between the following soil types:

  • a. Desert
  • b. Temperate
  • c. Tropical

7. Examine a 2-foot vertical section of soil. Label the different types of organic matter found, identify the different soil horizons, and mark the transition from the soil layer to the mineral layer.

8. Draw, photograph, or collect and correctly label 5 different soil types.

Answer key & resources

Investiture Achievement

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Patch history

Earlier designs of this patch. See all outdated insignia.

Old Soils patch

Soils

Changed in 2006

This patch is diamond-shaped, showing that it was originally a conference-specific honor. It was approved by the North American Division, and then the General Conference for worldwide use in 2006. Once approved, the design changed to the regular oval shape.

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