If you examine the soil profile revealed by a fresh road cut through a grassy rise,which of the following features will you probably find in the B horizon?

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The B horizon is often referred to as the subsoil and it is typically characterized by an accumulation of clay, mineral deposits, and other materials that have leached from the topsoil. It is not typically rich in organic material, so choice C can be eliminated. Choice A may be present but it is not a defining feature of the B horizon. Choice B is more likely to be found in the C horizon or lower, which is deeper than the B horizon. Therefore, the best choice is D, an abundance of fine clay but not much organic material.

If You Examine the Soil Profile Revealed by a Fresh