hardpan

[US]/ˈhɑːd.pæn/
[UK]/ˈhɑrdˌpæn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a hard, compact layer of soil or clay; the lowest point of a layer of soil
Word Forms
Pluralhardpans

Phrases & Collocations

hardpan soil

hardpan layer

hardpan formation

hardpan surface

hardpan area

hardpan conditions

hardpan zone

hardpan region

hardpan impact

hardpan issues

Example Sentences

the farmer struggled to break through the hardpan layer.

hardpan can prevent roots from penetrating the soil.

to improve drainage, we need to address the hardpan issue.

the hardpan made it difficult for the plants to grow.

soil testing revealed a significant hardpan in the field.

farmers often use tillage to break up the hardpan.

hardpan can lead to waterlogging in heavy rains.

identifying hardpan is crucial for effective soil management.

removing the hardpan improved crop yields significantly.

they used a subsoiler to break the hardpan beneath the surface.

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