Based on the background of the shield crossing the Wei River section of phase III project of Xi’an Metro Line 1, this paper makes a numerical simulation of the shield crossing the Wei River, adopts ...

The grittiness of this type of sand helps water drain smoothly and allows the plant roots to breathe ample oxygen.

Compost and wood chips make an excellent team when it comes to creating a potting mix. Compost adds essential nutrients and enhances soil fertility, while wood chips work like perlite or vermiculite, ...

Many homeowners find themselves limited by the soil that’s already present on their land, which can prevent them from being able to grow the plants they yearn for. However, there are actually plenty ...

Moisture migration within the oil/sand mix is significantly affected by changes in internal insulation temperature. Such changes can affect adsorption occurring at the oil/sand interfaces, resulting ...

Beach sand or soil is mineral deposits formed through the weathering and erosion of rocks. These deposits found at different levels within the sand contain natural radionuclides that contribute to ...

Typical bonsai soil will contain a mix of lava rock, pumice, fine grit, and akadama, a Japanese baked clay pellet. The added clay content of mixes that include akadama allows for better nutrient ...

As long as the soil is well-draining — which it should be if it is a Bonsai tree soil mixture — your Norfolk Island pine Bonsai tree will do just fine. Water Another problematic aspect of caring for a ...