# Soil morphology and classification notes

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- [Soil profile and master horizons](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/soil-morphology-and-classification/soil-profile-and-master-horizons) — Soil Profile and Master Horizons The weathering of rocks into smaller particles over time is the fundamental process that creates soil. As soil develops, it forms distinct layers called horizons,…
- [Soil classification using the binomial system](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/soil-morphology-and-classification/soil-classification-using-the-binomial-system) — Soil Classification Using the Binomial System South Africa has a unique and diverse range of soil types across its varied landscapes. To organise this diversity and allow farmers, engineers, and…

## Other Agricultural Sciences topics

- [Basic agricultural chemistry](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/basic-agricultural-chemistry)
- [Organic chemistry in agriculture](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/organic-chemistry-in-agriculture)
- [Bio-molecules](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/bio-molecules)
- [Soil physics](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/soil-physics)
- [Soil moisture, air and temperature](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/soil-moisture-air-and-temperature)
- [Soil chemistry and organic matter](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/soil-chemistry-and-organic-matter)
- [Plant nutrition and water relations](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/plant-nutrition-and-water-relations)
- [Mineral nutrition and fertilisers](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/mineral-nutrition-and-fertilisers)
- [Plant reproduction, protection and resource utilisation](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/agricultural-sciences/notes/plant-reproduction-protection-and-resource-utilisation)

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