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My soil texture aided water flow because my soil was a silt loam, therefore the soil compacted but remained loose enough for the flow of water and movement of nutrients.

 

The soil I collected was surrounded by grass and small leaves, as well as ants and other tiny insects.

 

These organism contribute to the soil organic matter which helps improve the overall structure of the soil. Organic matter allows the soil to support beneficial microorganisms that improve the soil’s quality. Also, provides essential nutrients that are crucial for other plants to grow.

 

The soil I collected is in an undisturbed area with natural vegetation, therefore I don’t think it is likely that the soil is eroded. On the other hand, due to climatic factors such as rainfall, wind, and the drastic temperature changes between seasons, there is a possibility that the soil was eroded naturally.

 

The loss of soil would affect the current locations natural vegetation and the organisms that rely on that vegetation.

 

Since my site is on a slight hill leading down to a pond, I would assume that the soil would erode down into the water.

 

The presence of soil into the water could affect it by causing different plants to grow in the water, which could effect the whole ecosystem in the pond.

 

It is important to think about soil texture because different plant organisms grow depending on the soil texture. The plant organisms present in an ecosystem determine which species are present and what nutrients are provided for the greater benefit of that ecosystem.

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