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(Created page with "== Introduction == Soil leaching is a process by which water-soluble substances are washed out from the soil. This phenomenon is a crucial aspect of soil chemistry and environmental science, affecting nutrient availability, soil fertility, and groundwater quality. Leaching can occur naturally through rainfall or artificially through irrigation. The substances leached from the soil can include nutrients, pesticides, and contaminants, which may have significant ecological...") |
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Soil texture, defined by the proportion of sand, silt, and clay particles, significantly influences leaching. Sandy soils, with larger pore spaces, allow for rapid water movement and higher leaching rates. Conversely, clayey soils, with smaller pore spaces, slow down water movement, reducing leaching. Soil structure, the arrangement of soil particles into aggregates, also affects water infiltration and leaching. Well-aggregated soils with good porosity facilitate water movement, while compacted soils hinder it. | Soil texture, defined by the proportion of sand, silt, and clay particles, significantly influences leaching. Sandy soils, with larger pore spaces, allow for rapid water movement and higher leaching rates. Conversely, clayey soils, with smaller pore spaces, slow down water movement, reducing leaching. Soil structure, the arrangement of soil particles into aggregates, also affects water infiltration and leaching. Well-aggregated soils with good porosity facilitate water movement, while compacted soils hinder it. | ||
[[Image:Detail-92309.jpg|thumb|center|Photograph of a soil profile showing different layers of soil, including topsoil, subsoil, and parent material.]] | |||
=== Organic Matter Content === | === Organic Matter Content === | ||