Bulk density (ρb) is an important indicator of soil physical quality, but it is seldom assessed at greater depths due to sampling difficulties. Pedotransfer functions have been relatively successful in estimating ρb, but specific functions for most Brazilian biomes are not available. The aim of this study was to develop mathematical functions to describe ρb to a depth of 1 m in areas of native vegetation in central and southern Minas Gerais, Brazil. For determination of ρb, soil core samples […]

Despite the interest in the spatial variability of key soil properties, depth-related variations have only recently received more attention in the literature. Of all soil properties, soil organic carbon (SOC) is perhaps the most depth-related and difficult to understand. Soil data from two regions in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil, were used to model SOC profiles and identify factors of influence. In both the South and Southern Espinhaço regions, SOC profiles were best described by log functions. Oxisols had […]