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Soil science and management

Edward J. Plaster

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The importance of soil. Soil origin and development. Physical properties of soil. Soil water. Water conservation. Irrigation and drainage. Life in the soil. Organic matter. Soil fertility. Soil pH and salinity. Plant nutrition. Soil sampling. Fertilizers. Organic amendments. Tilage and cropping systems. Horticultural uses of soils. Soil classification and survey. Soil conservation. Urban soil. Where to go for help.

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Key concepts: Soil biodiversity, Environmental science, Soil fertility, Soil management, Soil conservation, Soil functions, Soil organic matter, Leaching model