Welcome to the MCSS Soils Tutorial

"Be it deep or shallow, red or black, sand or clay, soil is the link between the rock core of the earth and the living things on its surface." -Roy W. Simonson

Soil forms the building blocks of society

Soil science is an exciting field of study and we welcome you to the MCSS Soils Tutorial. The purpose of this tutorial is to educate students and the general public about soil science. Upon completion of the tutorial, you will have a basic understanding of soil properties and processes that will help you appreciate the importance of this natural resource to society.