The iron and aluminium oxides collect in the 'B' horizon where the iron oxides can accumulate to form a thin layer of hardpan, which impedes drainage through the soil. Illuviation is the process ...

It’s more than just the weathering of rocks. Soil formation is a complex and gradual process influenced by several factors, including weathering, organic matter accumulation, and the activities ...

Soil organic carbon (SOC ... SOC accumulation involves two fundamental processes: SOC formation and stability. A recent study published in Environmental Science & Technology by a research team ...

Gley soils represent the most extensive soil cover in Scotland. These soils are found on gentler slopes or in areas of high rainfall where the water does not drain away readily. All the glacial ...