Application of selected classification systems in describing types of humus in forest soils of the Tatra Mountains
Features of humus horizons are strictly controlled by environmental factors like trophic and climatic conditions. Morphology of humus horizons is a key to understanding the conditions and processes that shape the horizons. In the Tatra Mountains many factors influence humus formation. Firstly, soils are developed on different bedrock – limestones and more acidic shales. Secondly, on large areas natural beech forests have been eplaced by spruce forests. The aim of this study is to compare the existing humus form classifications to verify their applicability in this diverse region.
