The Technosols: The Anthropocene's New Soils
Abstract
Traditionally, soil has been contemplated as a natural entity that is formed by topography, time, organisms, climate, and parent material. But human activity has emerged as a potent soil-forming factor in modern cities. Natural landscapes are being drastically altered, and whole new soil systems are being created by urbanization, industrialization, development, and garbage disposal.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Soil and Environmental Studies
Soil Science and Environmental Management
Soil Carbon and Nitrogen Dynamics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 1 March 2026
- Language
- EN