Calcification
Calcification
occurs in areas where grass vegetation predominates. Grasses return basic
materials, such as calcium and magnesium to the upper soil layers, thereby
maintaining a non-acid, nutrient-rich environment. In addition, fine clay
particles do not leach into the subsoil. The resulting soils are referred to as
Chernozemic soils. These types of soils dominate the grassland and parkland
natural regions of Alberta.
Department of the Environment. State of the Environment Report, Terrestrial Ecosystems. Edmonton: n.p., 2001. With permission from Alberta Environment.
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