The study looked at how soil moisture changes in different areas of a mountain during the growing season. They measured soil water content at different depths and analyzed factors like vegetation, rainfall, slope, and initial soil moisture. They found that soil moisture increased with depth in some areas but decreased in others. Rainfall had a big impact on soil moisture, with the most significant increase happening 1-2 days after rain. Soil moisture was also affected by the type of vegetation and the slope of the land. Overall, the study showed that soil water content changes a lot depending on where you are on the mountain and what the weather is like.