What Causes Tongue Disorders? Hairy tongue and discolored tongue (in which papillae, the small projections on the tongue, become elongated or darkened) may be caused by tobacco, foods or medications such as antibiotics. Poor oral hygiene is a contributing factor.
Soil moisture is the amount of water contained in the soil after precipitation seeps into the ground. 1.The degree to which water clings to the soil is the most important soil water characteristic to a growing plant. This concept is often expressed as soil moisture tensi â¦ on.
practices. In this respect, monitoring soil moisture has proved to be a cost-effective method to help farmers taking informed decisions about adequate irrigation timings and amounts. This note briefly discusses advantages and constraints of soil moisture monitoring for tailoring irrigation applications to optimize water use, sustain high-yielding and high-quality crop production, and prevent resources degradation. Key words: soil moisture, irrigation scheduling, soil hydraulic properties, adequate irrigation management INTRODUCTION