The soil erodibility factor (K-factor) is a quantitative description of the inherent erodibility of a particular soil; it is a measure of the susceptibility of soil particles to detachment and transport by rainfall and runoff. ... The soil erodibility factor ranges in value from 0.02 to 0.69 (Goldman et al.
What is erodibility of soil?
Erodibility describes or is a measure of the inherent resistance of geologic materials (soils and rocks) to erosion. Highly erodible geologic materials are readily displaced and transported by water. This page provides basic information about soil erodibility.
What are the factors affecting soil erodibility?
Soil Erodibility Factors
- Infiltration rate, movement of water through the soil, and water storage capacity.
- Dispersion, detachability, abrasion, and mobility by rainfall and runoff.
