Residual Clay (Noun)
Meaning
The soil that is remaining after the soluble elements have been dissolved.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The residual clay that remained after the leaching process was rich in iron and aluminum oxides.
- The soil scientist studied the residual clay to understand the geological history of the region.
- The residual clay was found to be highly resistant to erosion due to its dense and compact structure.
- The farmer added organic matter to the residual clay to improve its fertility and drainage.
- The residual clay was analyzed to determine its mineral composition and potential uses in construction.