Soil moisture content

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009014",
  "term": "Soil moisture content",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The quantity of water present in a given volume or mass of soil, expressed as a percentage or fraction. This parameter directly affects evapotranspiration rates, runoff generation, and the overall hydrological balance of a region. It is a fundamental variable in climate models and agricultural planning, with typical values ranging from a few percent in dry soils to over 40% in saturated conditions.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/soil-moisture-content/"
}