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Questions for Discussion: Soils Around the World

What are some key factors that influence the composition of soils around the world?
From studying these images, can you infer some of the processes that have formed particular soil profiles?
What are some of the characteristics of soils in the United States and how do these relate to the kinds of vegetation occurring on them?
Why is it important to know the soil structure of a particular area? Give several reasons.
What types of soil are in your area?