The Australian Soil Classification

(, 2nd)

Publishing Details

Classifications

Physical Properties

Description

The Australian Soil Classification provides a framework for organising knowledge aboutAustralian soils. It provides a means of communication among scientists and land managers.It is a general-purpose scheme that allocates soils to classes via a key. Classification is a basicrequirement of all science and needs to be periodically revised as knowledge increases.This Second Edition includes updates from a working group of the National Committee onSoils and Terrain (NCST), especially in regards to new knowledge about acid sulfate soils(sulfidic materials).

Author Bio

R. F. Isbell The National Committee on Soil and Terrain (NCST) is comprised of representatives from key federal, state and territory agencies.