Soils have a natural characteristic called the cation exchange capacity (CEC) that allows them to hold (and exchange) cations (e.g., Ca+2 or Na+). These cations are held tight enough on the CEC that ...

Scientists classify soil based on factors such as mineral content, texture, drainage capacity, and fertility. Globally, the 7 most common types of soil form the basis of farming and ecosystem balance: ...

The fundamental components of the geologic structure are soil and sediments. Categorizing based on grain size and shape is an important stage in soil analysis in hydrology, sedimentology, and geology.

Abu Dhabi, 17 May 2010 (WAM) - A three-day international conference on Soil Classification and Reclamation of Degraded Lands in Arid Environments (ICSC 2010) bringing together more than 130 scholars, ...

Particle size distribution (PSD) analysis is a cornerstone of soil science, providing essential insights into soil structure, fertility and its response to environmental change. This analytical field ...