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Balloon and core sampling for determining bulk density of alluvial desert soil

January 1, 1991

Samples were collected from major strata in the upper 5 m of an alluvial soil profile in the Amargosa Desert of southern Nevada to compare rubber-balloon and drive-core bulk-density measurement methods. For strate where the fine soil was

Publication Year 1991
Title Balloon and core sampling for determining bulk density of alluvial desert soil
DOI 10.2136/sssaj1991.03615995005500040048x
Authors Brian J. Andraski
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Soil Science Society of America Journal
Index ID 70014918
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Nevada Water Science Center; Toxic Substances Hydrology Program
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