Concept information

pedosphere > soil process > soil mechanics

Preferred term

soil mechanics  

Definition

  • The study of the physical properties of soil, especially those properties that affect its ability to bear weight such as water content, density, strength, etc.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/7871

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