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← GeographyWhich horizon develops advanced leaching during active pedogenesis?
A)E horizon (eluviation layer)✓
B)B horizon (illuviation zone)
C)C horizon (weathered parent)
D)O horizon (organic accumulation)
💡 Explanation
The E horizon exhibits depletion because it’s the zone of eluviation, an intense leaching process in pedogenesis, which removes minerals and organic matter. Therefore, a distinct light-colored E horizon forms; rather than enriching, B accumulates, C slightly alters, and O accumulates organics.
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