Cryosol is a type of soil that contains a significant amount of ice, typically found in cold regions like the Arctic and Antarctic. This soil is characterized by its frozen state, which affects its physical and chemical properties. The presence of ice can influence the soil's structure, drainage, and nutrient availability, making it unique compared to other soil types. The formation of cryosol is often linked to permafrost, a layer of permanently frozen ground. As temperatures fluctuate, the ice within cryosol can melt and refreeze, leading to changes in the soil's composition. Understanding cryosol is important for studying climate change and its impact on ecosystems in polar regions.