Salinization
Pronunciation: /ˈsɑˈɫiniˈziˈætˈaɪˌɑn/
Salinization (noun)
- The process where salts collect in soil or water, making it harder for plants to grow.
- A change in land conditions where salt levels rise over time, often after irrigation or poor drainage.
Examples
- Salinization reduces crop yields when salt builds up in the soil.
- Farmers manage salinization by improving drainage and watering carefully.