Cambic: Horizon

To be classified as a cambic horizon under major systems like the USDA Soil Taxonomy and the World Reference Base for Soil Resources (WRB) , the layer must satisfy precise morphological and chemical parameters:

An is a subsurface diagnostic soil horizon characterized by the accumulation of silicate clays. It is a key concept in soil classification systems like USDA Soil Taxonomy and the WRB (World Reference Base for Soil Resources). cambic horizon