Soil Classification System

Soil classification is a system used to categorize soils based on their characteristics, such as texture, structure, and composition. The most common system is the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS), which divides soils into groups like clays, silts, sands, and gravels. Each group is further classified by its properties, such as drainage and cohesiveness. This classification helps engineers and scientists understand soil behavior for construction, agriculture, and environmental management. By knowing the soil type, we can make informed decisions about land use and management practices.