Soil-water pressure
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009022
The force per unit area exerted by water within the pore spaces of soil, which can be either positive (pressure) or negative (tension or suction). This pressure influences water movement, infiltration, and plant water uptake. It is measured in units such as kilopascals (kPa) or bars.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009022 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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