halomorphic soil
[hæl.oʊ.ˈmɔr.fɪk sɔɪl]
nounpl: halomorphic soils
solo halomórfico
1. A type of soil characterized by the accumulation of soluble salts, typically found in arid and semi-arid regions with poor drainage, where salts accumulate in the upper soil layers due to evaporation
The halomorphic soil in the desert region required special treatment before agricultural development could begin.
O solo halomórfico na região desértica exigiu tratamento especial antes que o desenvolvimento agrícola pudesse começar.
2. Soil formed under conditions of poor drainage and high evaporation, resulting in salt accumulation and alkalinity that limits plant growth
Farmers must manage irrigation carefully in areas with halomorphic soil to prevent further salt accumulation.
Os agricultores devem gerenciar cuidadosamente a irrigação em áreas com solo halomórfico para evitar maior acúmulo de sal.
Halomorphic soils are particularly significant in Brazilian agricultural contexts, especially in the semi-arid Northeast region (sertão) and parts of the Central-West. Understanding and managing these soils is crucial for sustainable agriculture in water-scarce regions. In the USA, such soils are common in the western states and require specialized management techniques. The term is primarily used in academic, agricultural, and environmental contexts by soil scientists and agronomists.
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