Distinctive layers of soil, roughly horizontal, set apart from other layers by differences in physical or chemical composition are called:
A)soil structure
B)soil horizons
C)peds
D)soil texture

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The distinctive layers of soil are called soil horizons. These layers have different characteristics such as color, texture, and structure. Each horizon is given a specific letter designation (O, A, E, B, C, R) based on its properties and position in the soil profile.

Distinctive Layers of Soil, Roughly Horizontal, Set Apart from Other