Compacted Layer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-005848",
  "term": "Compacted Layer",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A near surface layer of dense soil caused by the repeated impact on or disturbance of the soil surface. When soil is compacted, soil grains are rearranged to decrease the void space and bring them into closer contact with one another, thereby increasing the bulk density [DOI Bureau of Land Management Interpreting Indicators of Rangeland Health: Glossary at http://www.blm.gov/nstc/library/pdf/1734-6.pdf] quoting (SSSA 1997)].",
  "references": [
    "EPA EV-Built Environments-Human Modified Land"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/compacted-layer/"
}