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What does the noun ortstein mean? There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun ortstein . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.
Glossary - Soils of Canada. Glossary. A: An A horizon is a mineral horizon meaning it contains ≤ 17% organic C (about 30% organic matter) by weight. It forms at or near the surface in the zone of leaching or eluviation of materials in solution or suspension, or of maximum in situ accumulation of organic matter or both.
The meaning of ORTSTEIN is hardpan. German, from ort site, place (from Old High German, point) + stein stone (from Old High German)
Ortstein horizons are generally reddish brown to very dark reddish brown. Placic horizon - This horizon is a thin layer (commonly 5 mm or less in thickness) or a series of thin layers that are irregular or involuted, hard, impervious, often vitreous, and dark reddish brown to black.
An ortstein horizon in this subgroup is a Bhf or Bf horizon that is strongly cemented and occurs in at least one-third of the lateral extent of the pedon. Ortstein horizons are generally reddish brown to very dark reddish brown in color. Usually Ortstein Humo-Ferric Podzols have L, F, and H or O horizons and an Ae horizon.
An ortstein horizon is a Bh, Bhf, or Bf horizon that is strongly cemented and occurs in at least one-third of the lateral extent of the pedon. The ortstein horizon is designated as Bhc, Bhfc, or Bfc depending upon its organic C and extractable Fe content. Ortstein horizons are generally reddish brown to very dark reddish brown in color.
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"ortstein" published on by null. An indurated (see induration) soil horizon in the B horizon of podzols (Spodosols), in which the cementing materials are mainly iron ...
