What is the middle layer of the soil called?

Q. What is the middle layer of the soil called?
Answer: B - Horizon
Notes: The different layers of the soil are arranged in a vertical manner, which is known as the soil profile. The middle layer has lesser humus content but is rich in minerals. Unlike the A-horizon which is loose and soft, this layer is harder and more compact. This is called the middle layer or the B-horizon.

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