Soil Texture - Geology For Kids

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Geology For Kids , The Study of Our Earth

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GEOLOGY .::. GEOLOGY GAMES

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Chapter One - Examining The Soil

The Lithosphere
The Earth's Soil
Factors Effecting Soil Formation
Geologic Factors In Soil Formation
Climatic Factors In Soil formation
Topographic Factors In Soil Formation
Biologic Factors In Soil Formation
Time Factors In Soil Formation
Components of Soil
Organic Materials In Soil
Inorganic Materials In Soil
Air In Soil
Water In Soil
Properties of Soil
Soil color
Soil Texture
Soil Structure
Soil Acidity Versus Alkalinity

Chapter Two - Earth, Rocks, And Landforms

Chapter Three - The Earth Inside Out

Chapter Four - An Introduction To Erosion

Chapter Five - Erosion By Water Processes

Soil Texture

Another easily experienced property of soil is texture. Pick up a pinch of soil between your fingers, and rub it back and forth. You will quickly notice that the soil is made up of a many different sized particles. These particles give the soil its texture.

Soil Textures

Some soils have more large particles, and fewer small particles, while other soils have an abundance of small particles with few large particles. Other soils have an equal balance between small and large particles. These well balanced soils are the most healthy for plant life.