How does water move through soil?

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Translocation 
The downward movement of water or minerals in soil between horizons
Eluvial horizon 
a horizon which has had material lost as a result of translocation
Eluviation 
The process which forms an eluvial horizon (lighter in colour)
illuvial horizon 
a horizon which has gained material as a result of translocation
illuviation 
the process which forms an illuvial horizion (more orange/red)
Leaching and the formation of both elluviation and illuviation happen in areas of high precipitation
Cappillary action 
the movement of soil moisture in any direction as a result of water moving from dryer areas to wetter areas
In areas of low precipitation, cappillary action is a process that can occur in soils and rocks