Characteristics of a Soil: Irish Brown Earths (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What is the most common soil type found across Ireland?
What is the most common soil type found across Ireland?
Irish brown earths
What percentage of Irish brown earths consists of mineral matter?
What percentage of Irish brown earths consists of mineral matter?
45%
What is the main source of mineral matter in Irish brown earths?
What is the main source of mineral matter in Irish brown earths?
Glacial boulder clay
What does loamy texture mean in brown earths?
What does loamy texture mean in brown earths?
Balanced mix of sand, silt & clay
What is the typical annual rainfall in areas where brown earths are found?
What is the typical annual rainfall in areas where brown earths are found?
800-1000mm
What is the pH range of Irish brown earths?
What is the pH range of Irish brown earths?
Between 5 and 7
How many distinct variations of brown earths exist in Ireland?
How many distinct variations of brown earths exist in Ireland?
Three
At what elevation do acidic brown earths typically develop?
At what elevation do acidic brown earths typically develop?
Over 500 metres above sea level
What percentage of Ireland's land area do podzol brown earths cover?
What percentage of Ireland's land area do podzol brown earths cover?
22%
How deep do shallow brown earths extend before reaching bedrock?
How deep do shallow brown earths extend before reaching bedrock?
50cm
How many layers make up the soil profile structure of brown earths?
How many layers make up the soil profile structure of brown earths?
Four layers
Which horizon is the zone of greatest biological activity in brown earths?
Which horizon is the zone of greatest biological activity in brown earths?
A horizon