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soil science

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Soil science is a scientific discipline dedicated to the study of soil as a natural body and resource, investigating its formation processes, classification, mapping, and its physical, chemical, and biological properties. This field examines soil's critical role in ecosystems, agriculture, hydrology, and environmental sustainability, analyzing its interactions with the biosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere.

Top Authors

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RL

The Ohio State University

DA

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

JM

Iowa State University

AN

Waters (United States)

PR

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Top Institutions

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Agricultural Research Service

Washington, United States

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, United States