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As part of the Mapping and Measurements (NR 25) class at the University of Vermont, we are mapping and inventorying a 1-hectare plot within Niquette Bay State Park in Colchester, VT. We will move up through the layers of the landscape throughout the next month, analyzing everything from bedrock geology to plant species to wildlife habitat. We hope you enjoy learning about our site as much as we do!

Monday, September 26, 2011

Soil Horizons


Above, you can see our pile of soil, now determined to be Hinesburg Fine Sandy Loam from examining a surficial geology map, as well as some samples of the different layers in the cupcake tin next to it. Notice the different colors of each horizon- the O horizon is a rich, dark brown while the C layer at the bottom of our pit is orange because it is so highly oxidized. All of the layers are fairly sandy, with some loam to help retain water that percolates through.

Photo by Sam Smith
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  1. ReeseSeptember 27, 2011 at 1:51 AM

    Somehow, you've managed to make an inviting picture of a soil testing set up. Nice!

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