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Soil formation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Soil | A Loose mixture of rock fragments, organic material, water, and air that can support the growth of vegetation. |
| Parent rock and bed rock | The layer of rock beneath the soil |
| Residual soil | The soil that remains above it |
| Transported soil | Soil that is blown, washed or moved by glaciers |
| Soil composition |