Foth, H. D Henry D. Foth. creator text New York John Wiley & Sons, Inc 1990 -8th ed monographic eng

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xv, 360 p., 6 p. of plates : ill., 24 cm. Fundamentals of Soil Science (8th ed.) provides a comprehensive introduction to the science of soils and their importance in agriculture, the environment, and land management. The book explains how soils are formed through physical, chemical, and biological processes and describes their composition, properties, classification, and distribution. It examines soil water, soil air, temperature, soil organisms, and the essential nutrients required for plant growth, emphasizing the relationships between soil characteristics and crop productivity. The text also explores soil fertility, fertilizer use, erosion, conservation practices, irrigation, drainage, and sustainable soil management. By integrating scientific principles with practical applications, the book helps readers understand how soils function as a natural resource and how proper management supports food production, environmental quality, and ecosystem sustainability. It is widely used as an introductory textbook for students in agriculture, environmental science, forestry, and related fields. By Henry D. Foth Includes bibliographical references Soil science DUCE S591.F68 0-471-52279-1 http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/199 http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/199 DLC 260708 20260708070144.0 en