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Record 1 2010-04-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Soil Science
CONT

In columnar structure, the units are similar to prisms and are bounded by flat or slightly rounded vertical faces. The tops of columns, in contrast to those of prisms, are very distinct and normally rounded.

OBS

columnar: term used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Science du sol
CONT

structure columnaire ou en colonnes : Structure prismatique à sommet arrondi.

OBS

columnaire : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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