Chapter

Soil Structure

From Introduction to Soil Science by Amber Anderson and Rivka Fidel

Concepts

1. Soil Structure

   "Soil structure is the shape in which soil particles group together to form aggregates. Structure creates spaces that allow water to move, roots to grow, and soil organisms to function. Biological act

2. Major Soil

   "Granular structure consists of rounded aggregates with favorable pore space and is common in organic-rich A horizons. Platy structure has horizontal units, blocky structure is common in B horizons or