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GORGE EAU [1 record]

Record 1 1997-02-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Drainage and Irrigation (Agric.)
  • Soil Science
DEF

In a condition such that the groundwater stands at a level that is detrimental to plant growth. Waterlogged land may result from excessive irrigation or seepage, coupled with inadequate drainage.

OBS

Saturated with water for a prolonged period of time.

Key term(s)
  • saturated with water
  • saturated with moisture

French

Domaine(s)
  • Drainage et irrigation (Agriculture)
  • Science du sol
DEF

Se dit d'un terrain où la teneur en eau atteint une proportion excessive qui nuit à la croissance des plantes.

OBS

Se dit d'un sol saturé d'eau pendant un temps assez long.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Drenaje y riego (Agricultura)
  • Ciencia del suelo
DEF

Condición de un terreno cuando el nivel freático alcanza o está muy cerca de la superficie de la tierra y puede perjudicar el crecimiento de las plantas.

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