Soil morphology is the branch of soil science dedicated to the technical description of soil,[1] particularly physical properties including texture, color, structure, and consistence. Morphological evaluations of soil are typically performed in the field on a soil profile containing multiple horizons.[2]
Along with soil formation and soil classification, soil morphology is considered part of pedology, one of the central disciplines of soil science.[3]
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