Prairie Soil (Noun)
Meaning
A type of soil occurring under grasses in temperate climates.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Prairie soil is a rich, fertile ground that allows for an enormous variety of vegetation to grow in the Midwest region of the United States.
- The tallgrass prairies are characterized by prairie soil that contains high levels of nitrogen and organic matter.
- Farmers often till the prairie soil to loosen it and bring up nutrients to create ideal conditions for planting crops.
- Prairie soil has a unique structure that allows it to retain moisture, yet drain excess water quickly, making it perfect for dry prairies.
- Ecologists study the ecosystems supported by prairie soil, which serves as a habitat for a wide variety of microorganisms and wildlife.