Bog Soil (Noun)
Meaning
Poorly drained soils on top of peat and under marsh or swamp vegetation.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The bog soil in the wetland area was characterized by a high concentration of peat and acidic pH levels.
- Bog soil formation is often associated with low-lying areas where water accumulates and plant decomposition is slow.
- The unique properties of bog soil support a distinct community of plants and microorganisms adapted to low oxygen levels.
- In the peat bog, the soil was waterlogged and acidic, with a thick layer of sphagnum moss covering the surface.
- The bog soil in the marsh was composed of partially decayed plant matter, which provided a habitat for a variety of invertebrates.