Paralithic Explained

A paralithic horizon is a weathered layer of bedrock. The term comes from the Greek words para, meaning "akin to", and lithic, meaning "stony".

References

• Pietrasiak. Nicole. Mineralogy of a Paralithic Horizon (Well Weathered Bedrock) in the Mojave Desert. The 2008 Joint Annual Meeting. 7 October 2008.
• Encyclopedia: Soil Survey Staff. Paralithic contact. Keys to Soil Taxonomy, 2010. 2010. Agriculture Department. Washington. 9780160854279. 26. 11th.
• Encyclopedia: Soil Survey Staff. Paralithic material. Keys to Soil Taxonomy, 2010. 2010. Agriculture Department. Washington. 9780160854279. 26. 11th.