noun
- a type of acidic soil that forms in cool, humid climates, characterized by a grayish upper layer and a darker lower layer enriched with organic matter
Usage: soil science
Examples
- The coniferous forest developed on podzol soil.
- Podzol formation requires specific climatic conditions.
- The researcher collected podzol samples from the boreal region.
- Pine needles contribute to the acidic nature of podzol.
- Farmers found it challenging to grow crops in the podzol.
- The soil profile clearly showed podzol characteristics.