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topsoil

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topsoil [′täp‚sȯil]
(geology)
Soil presumed to be fertile and used to cover areas of special planting.
Surface soil, usually corresponding with the A horizon, as distinguished from subsoil.


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The remediation is intended to remove all traces of contaminants, including arsenic, chromium and mercury, lead, benzene and other suspected carcinogens, revealed in the groundwater and topsoil on the site at Concord Village West, a former plant that converted coal into gas.
Applications include recycling, wood chips, compost and topsoil.
Conditions are dry and many growers are waiting for topsoil moisture to be recharged before planting the soybean crop.
 
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