Recognized as complex are the relations of the soil to the environment.

Looking through a historical perspective on the evolution of systematic scientific studies on this relation, this encyclopedia endeavors to compile the available information on the soil as a medium for environment life. With reference to the studies made in different parts of the world, it covers all the related subject and topics in an exhaustive manner. The author believes that the encyclopedia will be of immense help to the students, scholars, and research workers of the associated field.

The encyclopedia is aptly illustrated, enriched with tables of scientific data, and supplemented with references for further information and an exhaustive subject index.

Contents:

Role of Chemical Properties of Clays in Soil Science

Composition Liquid Manures: Urine, Dung and Liquid Manure

Seed Treatment Application

Seed-borne Diseases and Indian Soils and Environment

The Genesis, Classification, and Mapping of Soils

Characterization of Soil Microorganisms

Soil Taxonomy - Classifying Soils and the Soil Orders

Geology and Soils