In the second half of XIX century, early soil scientists were rooted in disciplines like agro-chemistry and geology. Their approach to soil science was consequently influenced by their cultural background. In parallel with the evolution of pedology as a discipline, the different approaches and specific expertise of soil scientists allowed an integration of knowledge and a progress towards a more holistic vision of soil. This process, problematic but necessary for a real step forward of pedology, will be discussed with reference to the history of soil survey in Italy

Evolution of key concepts in modern pedology with reference to Italian soil survey history

2014

Abstract

In the second half of XIX century, early soil scientists were rooted in disciplines like agro-chemistry and geology. Their approach to soil science was consequently influenced by their cultural background. In parallel with the evolution of pedology as a discipline, the different approaches and specific expertise of soil scientists allowed an integration of knowledge and a progress towards a more holistic vision of soil. This process, problematic but necessary for a real step forward of pedology, will be discussed with reference to the history of soil survey in Italy
2014
Istituto di Biometeorologia - IBIMET - Sede Firenze
soil science history
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