Essential Soil Science

Soil is a substance which consists of minerals, organic matter, living organisms, gas, and water. Soil science studies the soil as a natural resource that is found on earth. It is divided into two branches, namely, pedology and edaphology. While pedology focuses on formation, chemistry, morphology and classification of soil, edaphology is concerned with the interaction of soil on living things. Concepts from this discipline are used for solving problems related to escalating population growth, water crisis and increased land degradation have made soil science an important subject. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of soil science which will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, it makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. This book will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this field.