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illuviationAccumulation of dissolved or suspended soil materials in one area or layer as a result of leaching (percolation) from another. Usually clay, iron, or humus wash out and form a line with a different consistency and color. These lines are important for studying the composition and ages of rock strata. illuviation [i‚lü·vē′ā·shən] (geology) The deposition of colloids, soluble salts, and small mineral particles in an underlying layer of soil. 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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