5.1 introduction to soil systems
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translocation-when materials are sorted and layers are formed by water carrying particles either up or down
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salinization-when water dissolves minerals and takes them to the surface, where the minerals are left behind when the water evaporates
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leaching-when water flows down in the soil, dissolving minerals and transporting them downwards
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porosity-the amount of space between particles
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permeability-the ease at which gases and liquids can pass through the soil
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