To what extent temperature and precipitation are the most important factors that determine soil properties? (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
Introduction
Soils and its characteristics are determined by varied factors, temperature and precipitation playing a major role.
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Main Body
Temperature and Precipitation as major factors
Precipitation [Mind map with following branches]:
However, there are other factors too.
Other factors [Mind map with following branches]:
Conclusion
These varied factors influences soil development differently and supports different crops.
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Diagram
Mind map showing 'Temperature' as central concept with four branches: (1) Determine the humidity levels, (2) Influences life of soil grains, (3) Unloading and expansion influenced by temperature, (4) Providing conditions for micro-organism activities
- Identifies key processes
- Links temperature to multiple soil properties
- Mentions biological activity in soils
NAUSHEEN
Physical Geography - Soil Formation
Soil Formation Factors
Temperature and precipitation effects on soil
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