Meaning Gleization
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Gleization


A soil formation process that occurs in poorly drained environments. Results in the development of extensive soil organic layer over a layer of chemically reduced clay that takes on a blue color.
Source: physicalgeography.net

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Gleization


The process occur in water logged area, aerobic condition when iron compounds are used and segreted out
Hildegarda - 15 December 2018

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when slowed decomposition in a waterlogged environment allows layers of vegetation to accumulate. Peat is a frequent result. In Russia gleization has been used to grow an organic "liner" to hold water in leaky ponds and dugouts.
Source: terrapsych.com (offline)





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