soil sterility
[/sɔɪl stəˈrɪlɪti/]
nounpl: soil sterilities
esterilidade do solo
1. The condition of soil being unable to support plant growth due to lack of nutrients, presence of toxins, or unfavorable chemical and biological properties
The abandoned industrial site suffered from soil sterility caused by decades of chemical pollution.
O local industrial abandonado sofria de esterilidade do solo causada por décadas de poluição química.
2. The absence of viable microorganisms and beneficial organisms necessary for soil fertility and plant development
Soil sterility can result from excessive use of pesticides that eliminate beneficial bacteria.
A esterilidade do solo pode resultar do uso excessivo de pesticidas que eliminam bactérias benéficas.
In Brazil, soil sterility is a significant agricultural concern, particularly in regions affected by industrial pollution or intensive monoculture farming. The term is frequently discussed in environmental policy, sustainable agriculture initiatives, and land remediation projects. In the United States, the concept is central to discussions about brownfield redevelopment and organic farming practices.
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