The Soil Taxonomy is based on observable soil properties, rather than the former system, which used dynamic natural processes and soil genesis as the basis of classification.

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The Soil Taxonomy system is based on observable soil properties such as color, texture, structure, and mineralogy, rather than dynamic natural processes and soil genesis. This makes it a more objective classification system that is easier to use in practice.

The Soil Taxonomy Is Based on Observable Soil Properties, Rather