Define soil profile?

A soil profile is a vertical section of soil that shows the different layers or horizons of soil from the surface down to the bedrock. Each layer has its own characteristics, such as color, texture, structure, and composition, which are influenced by factors such as climate, vegetation, and geological processes. Soil profiles are important for understanding the properties and behavior of soils in a particular area, as well as for studying the processes of soil formation and development over time.

A soil profile is a vertical section of the soil that shows the different layers, or horizons, of the soil. The soil profile is divided into horizons based on their physical and chemical properties, such as texture, structure, and organic matter content. The horizons are typically named with the letters A, B, C, and R.

The A horizon is the topsoil, which is the most fertile layer of the soil. It is typically dark in color and has a high organic matter content. The B horizon is the subsoil, which is less fertile than the topsoil. It typically has a lighter color and a lower organic matter content. The C horizon is the parent material, which is the material from which the soil was formed. It is typically a layer of weathered rock or sediment. The R horizon is the bedrock, which is the solid rock that underlies the soil.