Histosol
A rock classification type
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Must have histic epipedon; Usually aquic soil moisture regime; No diagnostic subsurface horizons; Rapid decomposition when aerated; Peat or bog; >20% organic matter; Organic soil materials extending down to an impermeable layer or with an organic layer that is more than 40 cm thick and without andic properties Commonly in wetlands (swamps, marshes, etc.).
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
52406
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:52406:5
GUID
(UUID V4):
(UUID V4):
87f4eae4-fe89-467d-87db-c8f3e9d36484
Classification of Histosol
- Rock
- Superficial deposit
- Soil
- Histosol
- Soil
- Superficial deposit
Internet Links for Histosol
mindat.org URL:
https://www.mindat.org/min-52406.html
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