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Soil Classification

Soil Classification
  • The two main zonal groups of soil are the Pedalfers and the Pedocals.
  • These are further subdivided into twelve major soil types all over the Globe.
  • Pedalfers are found in humid climates extending from high-latitude coniferous forests, mid-latitude deciduous forest lands to low-latitude tropical forests and grasslands.
  • Pedocals group of soils are found in the arid, semi-arid and the sub-humid zones in the world.
  • Pedocals are rich in calcium and mineral salts.
  • The black earths of chernozomes are one of the richest soils of this group.
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