Preferred Term:
soil weathering
Definition:
The breakdown of rock and minerals by physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes, or combinations thereof. The rate and nature of soil weathering are largely dependent on atmospheric agents.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- rock erosion
- soil aging
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/502
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