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peat soil [′pēt ‚sȯil] (geology) Soil containing a large amount of peat; it is rich in humus and gives an acid reaction. 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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Peat soils absorb more Hg than other soils because the Hg is buried by the accumulating peat after it falls to the soil surface. Where peat soils are more acidic, such as in Newfoundland, crushed limestone and fertilizers are added to make them suitable for the same kind of crops. |
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