A Practical Manual on Geology and Soils (Hardback, A.S. Mailappa)

Soil Science is a specialized field that deals with a complex substance that is an integral part of various natural and practical systems. Geology is a practical science that has been established as an interdisciplinary subject within agriculture, soil and environmental science, as agriculturists and soil/environmental scientists heavily rely on geological knowledge and information to apply in their field.

This book is an easy-to-use reference guide for undergraduate students of Agriculture, Horticulture, and Forestry. The author has drawn from their academic and professional experience to present a comprehensive overview of all aspects of geology and soils, and the book is written in a clear and concise manner.

This book is primarily intended for students and scientists in agriculture and related fields, who require a foundational understanding of soil science and its application in crop growth.

Content

1. Analytical Chemistry - Basic Concepts2. Laboratory Vessels and Their Uses3. Basic Principles of Analytical Techniques and Instrumental Methods4. Analytical Chemistry - Basic Calculations5. Analytical Chemistry - Basic Techniques6. Preparation of Primary Standard Solutions7. Preparation of Secondary Standard Solution of an Acid8. Preparation of Secondary Standard Solution of a Base9. Collection and Preparation of Soil Samples for Laboratory Analysis10. Determination of Soil Moisture11. Determination of Bulk Density, Particle Density and Pore Space of Soil (Cylinder Method) 12. Determination of Soil Texture (International/Robinson Pipette Method)13. Determination of Infiltration Rate of Soil14. Determination of Maximum Water Holding Capacity of Soil (Keen-Rackzowski/Hilgard Apparatus Method)15. Estimation of Soil pH16. Estimation of Electrical Conductivity of Soil17. Estimation of Organic Carbon Content of Soil [Titrimetric/ Walkley and Black (1934) Method]18. Determination of Available Nitrogen in Soil[Alkaline Permanganate/Subbiah and Asija (1956) Method]19. Estimation of Available Phosphorus in Soil [Bray Method (Bray and Kurtz, 1945) – Acid Soils]20. Estimation of Available Potassium in Soil (Neutral Normal Ammonium Acetate Method)21. Estimation of Available Sulphur in Soil[Williams and Steinbergs (1959) Method]22. Determination of Lime Requirement of Soil[Shoemaker, Mc Lean and Pratt (SMP) Method, 1961]23. Determination of Gypsum Requirement of Soil [Schoonover (1952) Method]24. dentification of Some Important Rocks25. Identification of Some Important Minerals