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Histosols, also known as peat soils, are organic soils that form in wet conditions where plant matter decomposes slowly. They are defined by having at least 10cm of organic material if over bedrock or 40cm if over mineral soil. Peat can accumulate in areas that are cold, waterlogged, acidic, or have chemicals that slow decomposition. Histosols have high ecological value as carbon stores but are difficult to use for agriculture due to low bulk density, imbalance of nutrients, and risks if drained like fire,

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