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Term: Soil Leaching

Definition:

Soil leaching refers to the process of minerals and nutrients being washed away or removed from the top layer of soil due to the movement of water through it. This usually occurs when excessive rainfall or irrigation causes water to percolate into the soil, carrying away essential nutrients.

Senses:

Sense 1:

As a noun: Soil leaching can have a detrimental effect on agricultural productivity.

As a verb (present participle): Farmers often employ various methods to prevent soil leaching.

Sample Sentence 1: The soil leaching caused by heavy rainfall resulted in a decrease in crop yield.

Sample Sentence 2: Implementing proper drainage systems can minimize soil leaching in waterlogged regions.

Sense 2:

As a noun: Soil leaching is a natural process that contributes to the formation of mineral-rich subsoil.

Sample Sentence 1: The volcanic ash provided the perfect conditions for soil leaching, enriching the surrounding lands.

Sample Sentence 2: Over time, soil leaching helps in the development of deep and fertile soil profiles.

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