Smart Classes - ICAR AIEEA PG/JRF Exam (Physical/Soil Science)

1.1 Introduction and History of Soil Science, Soil as a Medium for Plant Growth

1.2 Composition of Earth’s Crust

1.3 Weathering of Rocks and Minerals

1.4 Components of Soil – Their Importance

1.5 Soil Profile

1.6 Soil Partials – Physical, Mineralogical and Chemical Nature

1.7 Mechanical Analysis and Stokes Law

1.8 Assumptions, Limitations and Applications

1.9 Soil Physical Properties – Density

1.10 Soil Physical Properties – Porosity

1.11 Soil Physical Properties – Texture

1.12 Soil Physical Properties – Soil Structure

1.13 Rheological Properties in Soils

1.14 Calculations of Porosity and Bulk Density

1.15 Soil Air – Aeration and Causes of Poor Aeration

1.16 Soil Air – Factors Affecting Aeration and Importance for Plant Growth

1.17 Soil Temperature – Sources and Losses of Soil Heat

1.18 Soil Temperature – Factors Affecting Soil Temperature and Its Importance in Plant Growth

1.19 Soil Water – Structure of Water

1.20 Soil Water – Soil-Water-Energy Relationship

1.21 Soil Water – Classifications, Surface Tension and Movement in Soil

1.1 Introduction and History of Soil Science, Soil as a Medium for Plant Growth

1.2 Composition of Earth’s Crust

1.3 Weathering of Rocks and Minerals

1.4 Components of Soil – Their Importance

1.5 Soil Profile

1.6 Soil Partials – Physical, Mineralogical and Chemical Nature

1.7 Mechanical Analysis and Stokes Law

1.8 Assumptions, Limitations and Applications

1.9 Soil Physical Properties – Density

1.10 Soil Physical Properties – Porosity

1.11 Soil Physical Properties – Texture

1.12 Soil Physical Properties – Soil Structure

1.13 Rheological Properties in Soils

1.14 Calculations of Porosity and Bulk Density

1.15 Soil Air – Aeration and Causes of Poor Aeration

1.16 Soil Air – Factors Affecting Aeration and Importance for Plant Growth

1.17 Soil Temperature – Sources and Losses of Soil Heat

1.18 Soil Temperature – Factors Affecting Soil Temperature and Its Importance in Plant Growth

1.19 Soil Water – Structure of Water

1.20 Soil Water – Soil-Water-Energy Relationship

1.21 Soil Water – Classifications, Surface Tension and Movement in Soil

2.1 Soil Classifications – Diagnostic Surface and Subsurface Horizons

2.2 Soil Survey – Types, Objectives and Uses

2.3 Land Capability Classifications

2.4 Remote Sensing and Its Application in Agriculture

2.5 SIS, GIS and GPS – Basic Features and Uses in Agriculture

2.6 Elementary Concepts of Radioisotopes and Uses in Agriculture

2.1 Soil Classifications – Diagnostic Surface and Subsurface Horizons

2.2 Soil Survey – Types, Objectives and Uses

2.3 Land Capability Classifications

2.4 Remote Sensing and Its Application in Agriculture

2.5 SIS, GIS and GPS – Basic Features and Uses in Agriculture

2.6 Elementary Concepts of Radioisotopes and Uses in Agriculture

3.1 Soil Colloids – Properties and Structure of Silicate Clay Minerals

3.2 Sources of Negative Charges and Properties

3.3 Kaolinite, Illite, Montmorillonite and Vermiculite Clay Minerals

3.4 Milli-Equivalent Concept

3.5 Cation Exchange Capacity

3.6 Anion Exchange Capacity

3.7 Buffering of Soils

3.8 Problem Soils – Acid, Saline, Sodic and Acid Sulphate Soils

3.9 Their Characteristics and Formation

3.10 Problems and Management

3.11 Irrigation Water Quality and Its Evaluation

3.12 Waterlogged Soils – Basic Features and Distinction with Upland Soils

3.1 Soil Colloids – Properties and Structure of Silicate Clay Minerals

3.2 Sources of Negative Charges and Properties

3.3 Kaolinite, Illite, Montmorillonite and Vermiculite Clay Minerals

3.4 Milli-Equivalent Concept

3.5 Cation Exchange Capacity

3.6 Anion Exchange Capacity

3.7 Buffering of Soils

3.8 Problem Soils – Acid, Saline, Sodic and Acid Sulphate Soils

3.9 Their Characteristics and Formation

3.10 Problems and Management

3.11 Irrigation Water Quality and Its Evaluation

3.12 Waterlogged Soils – Basic Features and Distinction with Upland Soils

4.1 Essential Plant Nutrients – Criteria of Essentiality and Functions for Plant Growth

4.2 Mechanisms for Movement and Uptake of Ions in Soils and Plants

4.3 Forms of Nutrients in Soils

4.4 Deficiency Symptoms on Plants and Luxury Consumption

4.5 Nutrient Interactions and Chelated Micronutrients

4.6 Soil Fertility – Evaluation and Management for Plant Growth

4.7 Soil Testing and Fertilizer Recommendations

4.8 Fertilizers and Manures – Classifications

4.9 NPK Fertilizers and Their Reactions in Soils

4.10 Green Manuring, Recycling of Organic Wastes and Composting

4.1 Essential Plant Nutrients – Criteria of Essentiality and Functions for Plant Growth

4.2 Mechanisms for Movement and Uptake of Ions in Soils and Plants

4.3 Forms of Nutrients in Soils

4.4 Deficiency Symptoms on Plants and Luxury Consumption

4.5 Nutrient Interactions and Chelated Micronutrients

4.6 Soil Fertility – Evaluation and Management for Plant Growth

4.7 Soil Testing and Fertilizer Recommendations

4.8 Fertilizers and Manures – Classifications

4.9 NPK Fertilizers and Their Reactions in Soils

4.10 Green Manuring, Recycling of Organic Wastes and Composting

5.1 Soil Microorganisms – Classifications and Their Roles

5.2 Soil Microbiology

5.3 Soil Enzymes – Origin, Activities and Importance

5.4 Soil Characteristics Influence Growth and Activity of Microflora

5.5 Organic Matter Decomposition – Biochemical Composition and Biodegradation

5.6 C:N Ratios, Mineralization and Immobilization Processes

5.7 Humus Formation and Cycles of Important Organic Nutrients

5.8 Biodegradation of Pesticides and Organic Wastes

5.9 Their Use for Production of Biogas and Manures

5.10 Biofertilizers – Definition, Classification, Specifications, Method of Production and Role in Crop Production

5.1 Soil Microorganisms – Classifications and Their Roles

5.2 Soil Microbiology

5.3 Soil Enzymes – Origin, Activities and Importance

5.4 Soil Characteristics Influence Growth and Activity of Microflora

5.5 Organic Matter Decomposition – Biochemical Composition and Biodegradation

5.6 C:N Ratios, Mineralization and Immobilization Processes

5.7 Humus Formation and Cycles of Important Organic Nutrients

5.8 Biodegradation of Pesticides and Organic Wastes

5.9 Their Use for Production of Biogas and Manures

5.10 Biofertilizers – Definition, Classification, Specifications, Method of Production and Role in Crop Production

6.1 Soil Erosion and Management

6.2 Types and Control Measures

6.3 Soil and Water Pollution – Sources

6.4 Brief Idea About Different Pollutants in Soils and Their Management

6.1 Soil Erosion and Management

6.2 Types and Control Measures

6.3 Soil and Water Pollution – Sources

6.4 Brief Idea About Different Pollutants in Soils and Their Management

7.1 Volumetric and Gravimetric Analysis Including Complex Metric Methods

7.2 Periodic Classification of Elements

7.3 Basic Principle of Instrumental Analysis and Spectro-Photometry

7.4 Atomic Structure – Elementary Concept of Radioactivity

7.5 Element and Compound, Common Ion Effect and Solubility Product

7.6 Hydrolysis of Salts and Buffer Solution

7.7 Equivalent Weights and Standard Solution

7.8 Elementary Concepts of Organic Compounds – Nomenclature and Classifications

7.9 Hydrocarbons, Alcohol, Aldehydes, Acids and Esters

7.10 Carbohydrates, Fats and Liquids

7.11 Amino Acids and Nucleic Acids

7.12 Pesticides – Their Classification and Uses, Biopesticides and Botanical Pesticides

7.1 Volumetric and Gravimetric Analysis Including Complex Metric Methods

7.2 Periodic Classification of Elements

7.3 Basic Principle of Instrumental Analysis and Spectro-Photometry

7.4 Atomic Structure – Elementary Concept of Radioactivity

7.5 Element and Compound, Common Ion Effect and Solubility Product

7.6 Hydrolysis of Salts and Buffer Solution

7.7 Equivalent Weights and Standard Solution

7.8 Elementary Concepts of Organic Compounds – Nomenclature and Classifications

7.9 Hydrocarbons, Alcohol, Aldehydes, Acids and Esters

7.10 Carbohydrates, Fats and Liquids

7.11 Amino Acids and Nucleic Acids

7.12 Pesticides – Their Classification and Uses, Biopesticides and Botanical Pesticides