soil micromorphology

Soil micromorphology is the study of soil at a very small scale, examining thin slices of soil under a microscope. It reveals detailed features like tiny mineral particles, plant roots, water movement, and how organic matter interacts within the soil structure. This helps scientists understand soil formation, health, and processes more precisely. By observing the microscopic composition and structure, they can assess soil quality, track environmental changes, and inform land use or agricultural practices. It’s a way to see the complex and dynamic world beneath our feet that’s invisible to the naked eye.