Published in Scientific Papers. Series A. Agronomy, Vol. LXIV, Issue 2
Written by Stepan POZNIAK, Natalia HAVRYSH, Taras YAMELYNETS
Materials of researches on chernozems of Ukraine, features of their genesis, distribution conditions are generalized and analyzed. The general morphogenetic characteristics of chernozems are given, which consists in a typical habitus, constitution, posture, power, unique properties and high fertility. Stability in the development of chernozems is characterized, in particular the stage of their extensive agro-technological use, which determines the intensive development of degradation processes. The role and significance of chernozems in the world of soils as a phenomenon of nature, the ideal of soil, provider and means of labor are emphasized.
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