Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
solum
Noun
ˈsoʊ.ləm
Definition
The term used to refer to the soil layer in which plants grow, vital for supporting life and ecosystems.
Examples
- The solum of the region is rich in nutrients, making it ideal for farming.
- Understanding the solum helps ecologists analyze the health of an ecosystem.
- Different types of vegetation thrive in various solum conditions.
Meaning
In geological and environmental contexts, ‘solum’ defines the upper layer of the earth’s surface, composed of soil and is essential for agriculture, ecology, and various natural processes.
Synonyms
- Soil
- Earth
- Substrate
