Soil Science- Spring Semester Exam

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Across
  1. 1. the bottom layer of the soil horizon
  2. 7. a distinct soil layer parallel to the surface
  3. 8. the space that allows water and air movement
  4. 10. the rate of water and air movement through soil
Down
  1. 2. layer of soil also know as the E horizon, with little or no organic matter
  2. 3. soil particle best at holding nutrients
  3. 4. layer of soil also known as the A horizon
  4. 5. type of soil that is best for growing most plants
  5. 6. soil that is composed of 33% sand, 33% silt, and 33% clay
  6. 9. soil type that has the least permeability