Nivedita Moon Moon*
University Department of Zoology, Ranchi University, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
Received : 25th November, 2024 ; Revised : 04th January, 2025
DOI:-https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15732027
Abstract– This research examines the organic matter content and related physicochemical properties of soils from four diverse ecological settings: agricultural land, forested areas, aquatic zones, and gardens. The Walkley–Black method was employed to determine organic matter levels, alongside assessments of temperature, pH, electrical conductivity, total alkalinity, and the concentrations of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus. The analysis revealed significant variations in soil attributes among the habitats. Garden and agricultural soils demonstrated the highest organic matter and conductivity values, whereas forest and aquatic soils exhibited comparatively lower readings. Soil pH ranged from acidic to nearly neutral, affecting both nutrient availability and microbial functions. Forest soils had the greatest phosphorus content, indicating active nutrient cycling in undisturbed ecosystems. These findings emphasize the role of vegetation cover and land use practices in shaping soil quality and nutrient dynamics, highlighting the critical role of organic matter in maintaining ecosystem productivity.
Keywords: Soil, organic content, phosphorous, humus.
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