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Subsidence

The gradual sinking or settling of land, often caused by groundwater withdrawal or organic soil oxidation.

Related terms

  • Groundwater

    Water stored below the earth’s surface in aquifers and soil pores, important for drinking water and irrigation.

  • Soil

    The upper layer of earth consisting of mineral particles, organic matter, water, and air, essential for plant growth and ecosystems.

  • Oxidation

    A chemical reaction where substances lose electrons, often involving oxygen. In soils, oxidation affects iron, sulfur, and organic matter.

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REACT4MED Project (Grant Agreement No. 2122) is funded by PRIMA, the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area, a Programme supported by Horizon 2020, the European Union’s Framework Programme for Research and Innovation.

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