Soil Formation Simulator - Build Your Own Soil Profile

⚙️ Formation Factors

1. Parent Material (Bedrock Type)

2. Climate

3. Time Period

4. Vegetation

5. Topography

💡 How to Use:

Select ONE option from each factor above
Click "Build Soil Profile" to see your soil layers form
Click on any soil layer to learn more about it
Try different combinations to see how factors affect soil!

🏔️ Your Soil Profile

👆 Select formation factors above to build your soil profile!

🔍 Soil Horizon Guide:

O Horizon: Organic layer with decomposing plant material
A Horizon (Topsoil): Dark, rich in humus and nutrients
B Horizon (Subsoil): Accumulation of minerals and clay
C Horizon (Parent Material): Weathered rock particles
R Horizon (Bedrock): Solid, unweathered rock