subsoil

• Sustantivo que designa la capa de tierra situada bajo el suelo superficial y sobre la roca madre, o el terreno que yace debajo de la capa cultivable.

A noun referring to the layer of soil located beneath the topsoil and above the bedrock.

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   The layer of soil located beneath the topsoil and above the bedrock, typically containing less organic matter.

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   • Farmers often test the subsoil to determine its mineral content.
   • The construction crew dug through the topsoil to reach the subsoil.
   • Subsoil can be rich in clay and minerals essential for plant growth.

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