(Soils)The systematic arrangement of soils into groups or categories on the basis of their characteristics. Broad groupings are made on the basis of general characteristics and subdivisions on the basis of more detailed differences in specific properties. Soil Taxonomy is the study of soil classification systems. (Lakes) Grouping by similar water quality. For a description of soil classifications, see Land Capability Classes.
CLASSIFICATION
Meaning of CLASSIFICATION in English
Environmental engineering English vocabulary. Английский словарь экологического инжиниринга. 2012