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soil the earth, origin of all plant growth and the basis of all animal agriculture. Its characteristics of chemical composition, physical structure, especially porosity and water retaining capacity, its humus content, pH and salinity exert enormous effects on its productivity. soil analysis an essential activity in densely farmed farms. Measures the soil content of total and available amounts of each of the important soil minerals. soil contaminated herbage either from dust storms or in loose soil by hoof movement may contribute to dental attrition in sheep, or sand colic in horses. soil eating a form of pica; caused by salt deficiency. soil fumigants are used to prepare fields for planting and may cause poisoning in animals grazing them or eating crops harvested from them. See methyl bromide. soil type includes clay, sand, loam. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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