Soil Profile

Real World Example

Imagine organizing your closet where each shelf holds different items like clothes, shoes, and accessories. Just like how each shelf in your closet serves a distinct purpose and holds specific items, a soil profile consists of various layers, known as horizons, each with unique characteristics and functions. In this analogy, the top shelf is like the topsoil rich in organic matter, the middle shelves resemble subsoil with minerals, and the bottom shelf is like the bedrock, providing foundational support, illustrating how each layer in both your closet and the soil serve specialized roles to keep the overall system organized and functional.

Real World Example Illustration