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Solum
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- the upper layer of soil in which plants grow, consisting of mineral particles, organic matter, water, air, and living organisms
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈsoʊləm/
- UK: /ˈsɒləm/
4. Origin and Usage:
- The word "solum" comes from Latin and means "soil." It is used in the context of soil science to refer to the upper layer of soil in which plants grow. This layer is important for plant growth because it contains the nutrients and water that plants need to survive.
5. Synonyms:
6. Related Words:
- soled
- soles
- smolt
- molts
- molls
7. Example Sentences:
- The solum is the most important layer of soil for plant growth.
- Without a healthy solum, crops will not grow well.
- The solum is made up of mineral particles, organic matter, water, air, and living organisms.