Across
- 2. smallest rock particles present in soil
- 4. unweathered solid rock which is source of soil
- 6. process of breaking of rocks to form soil due to action of weather
- 8. Each layer of soil is called a ________.
- 10. large scale growing of forests
- 12. soil with least water holding capacity
- 14. Vertical section through the soil showing its different layers
- 15. The best and most fertile soil for growing plants
Down
- 1. soil used to make terracota earthen wares and statues
- 3. removal of fertile topsoil by wind or water
- 5. process by which water passes down slowly through the soil
- 7. Organic matter formed by dead plants and animals
- 9. largest size rock particles present in soil
- 11. most useful part of soil
- 13. contamination of soil with waste materials