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Caliche Occurrence in Oklahoma by arbaan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document summarizes the occurrence of caliche in Oklahoma. It discusses how caliche forms near the surface in arid regions, consisting of a highly calcareous clay or impure limestone. The document reviews several theories for the origin of caliche, including precipitation from groundwater brought to the surface by capillarity or changes in pressure. It notes that caliche is found extensively in western Oklahoma counties, where it has been used for road construction and as agricultural lime.
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- arbaan
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- EN