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Horizon Properties

Presence of Roots and Rocks

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Presence of Roots

Observe and record if there are none, few, or many roots in the horizon.

Presence of Rocks

Observe and record if there are none, few, or many rocks* in the horizon.

* A rock is defined as being larger than 2 mm in size.

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