capillary fringe

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-000408",
  "term": "capillary fringe",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "In hydrologic terms, the soil area just above the water table where water can rise up slightly through the cohesive force of capillary action. This layer ranges in depth from a couple of inches, to a few feet, and it depends on the pore sizes of the materials. The capillary fringe is also called the capillary zone.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/capillary-fringe/"
}