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GEOS 304 - Soil Science


4 hrs (Sem II)
Differences in soils; soil genesis; physical, chemical and biological properties of soils; relation of soils to problems of land use and pollution; soil management relative to agriculture, fertility, erosion, drainage, and plant nutrition. Equipment and techniques of soil science are examined. Research paper on a current topic in soil science or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 105  and CHEM 105L ; and junior level standing or consent of instructor.