Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> With respect to soil profile consider the following statements:

1.Horizon A is the top most layer and is mostly made up of decayed organic matter.
2.Horizon B is the Zone of transition between Horizon A and Horizon C.
3.Horizon C is composed of loose parent material and demarcates the final stage in soil formation.

Select the correct answer from the following:

• A. 1 and 2 only.
• B. 2 and 3 only.
• C. 1 only.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 2 only.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Statement 3 is incorrect:

Horizon C demarcates the first stage in soil formation and eventually forms the other two layers.