edaphic
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ɪk adjective
related to or caused by particular soil conditions, as of texture or drainage, rather than by physiographic or climatic factors.
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edaphic (ɪˈdæfɪk) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| Compare biotic of or relating to the physical and chemical conditions of the soil, esp in relation to the plant and animal life it supports | |
| [C20: from Greek edaphos bottom, soil] | |
| e'daphically | |
| —adv | |
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Edaphic
is always a great word to know.
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| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
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edaphic  (ĭ-dāf'ĭk) Pronunciation Key
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The diversity of environments will provide information on climatic and edaphic adaptation of advanced selections.
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