Soils

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Across
  1. 3. this layer is the best environment for root growth
  2. 5. soil changes in place by weathering or microorganisms conversion
  3. 8. opposite of soil formation, comes in water or wind forms
  4. 9. the zone in which plant roots can easily grow
  5. 10. the layer with un-weathered rock
  6. 12. roughly spherical, most common in A horizons
  7. 13. this layer is comprised of whole or partially decayed organic matter
  8. 15. the layer that is lightest in color and is mostly mineral matter
Down
  1. 1. distinct layers of soil
  2. 2. movement within the soil
  3. 4. brown or red soil is an indication of ________
  4. 6. leaching and erosion
  5. 7. accumulation or deposition
  6. 11. usually indicate high levels of organic matter
  7. 14. toughly cubed shaped, typically found in the B horizon