Elements of the Nature and Properties of Soils
A fundamental knowledge of soil science is not only intriguing—it is also a prerequisite to meeting the many natural resource challenges facing humanity in the 21st century. This text addresses all of the basic principles of soil science, emphasizing the soil as a natural resource and highlighting the many interactions between the soil and other components of forest, range, agricultural, wetland, and constructed ecosystems.Elements of the Nature and Properties of Soils, Second Edition,is suitable as the core text in an introductory soil science course at the undergraduate level, providing authoritative and up-to-date coverage that is essential for a solid foundation in the study of soils. It is also an excellent resource for anyone interested in the study of soils. Following are only a few of the topics covered:formation of soilssoil classificationsoil architecture and physical propertiessoil watersoil and the hydrologic cyclesoil aeration and temperaturethe colloidal fraction: seat of soil chemical and physical activitysoil acidity, alkalinity, and salinityorganisms and ecology of the soilsoil organic matternitrogen and sulfur economy of soilsoil phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrientspractical nutrient managementsoil erosion and its control--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.