Soil Bulk Density and Compaction

Bulk density, total porosity, and compaction flag against texture-class threshold.

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Formula and source

Bulk density (g/cm³) = dry_weight / volume. Total porosity = 1 − (bulk_density / particle_density), particle density typical 2.65 g/cm³ for mineral soils.

USDA NRCS Soil Survey Manual (SSM) and Soil Quality Indicators by name.

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