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Preferred term

B horizon

Definition

  • [Agren & Andersson 2012] Illuvial (accumulation) horizon. Mineral soil horizon mixed with accumulation of organic and some inorganic (Al and Fe) material leached from the A horizon.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • B layer
  • Illuvial (accumulation) horizon

Note

  • [controlled by ] Staszewski 08.06.2013

Contributor

  • 0000-0003-0631-8231

Creator

  • 0000-0003-0631-8231

URI

http://vocabs.lter-europe.net/EnvThes/42

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