/ˌpɛdəˈkælɪk/ Pĕ-də-KAL-ik

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resulting from the action of pedogenic processes that form soils from parent material, especially in arid or semi-arid regions.

“The pedocalic soil in the desert region is a result of thousands of years of natural sedimentation.”

2. noun

A type of soil formed by the accumulation of calcium carbonate and other minerals in a region with low rainfall.

“The pedocalic in the area is home to unique plant species that have adapted to the soil’s chemistry.”

3. noun

A type of pedocal formed through the weathering of limestone and other calcium-rich rocks in an area with low rainfall and high evaporation rates.

“The pedocalic is a type of soil that can store large amounts of carbon due to its high calcium content.”