Explanation should include
- soil type
- soil properties
- biological
- chemical
- mechanical
- physical
- soil conservation and management practices
- cover crops
- tillage practices
- BMPs.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is soil important to the environment, to the economy, and to life?
- What are different soil types and their uses?
- What are the five soil formation factors?
- How does the age of a soil influence its fertility? Why?
- How does pH affect nutrient availability? Why?
- What is soil texture, and how does it affect fertility?
- What are some careers related to soil management?
- Why are soil management practices important in managing the health of the soil?
- How can cover crops be used to improve soil health?
- How does soil biology affect soil health and function?
- What are some management practices that adversely affect soil biology?
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