Question

    In which soil order is cryopedoturbation, a frost

    churning process resulting from the freezing and thawing of soil material, predominantly observed?
    A Inceptisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Entisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Mollisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Gellisol Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Aridisol Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Gelisols are a type of soil found in very cold climates, and are defined as soils that contain permafrost within two meters of the surface.

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