1. A type of dark, fertile soil formed under grassland vegetation in temperate climates, characterized by high organic matter content and rich humus layer.
Usage: soil science; plural of brunizsem; also called prairie soil or chernozem-like soil

Examples

• Brunizems are commonly found in the Great Plains region of North America.
• The high fertility of brunizems makes them ideal for agricultural production.
• Soil scientists classify brunizems as one of the most productive soil types.
• Brunizems develop under grassland ecosystems with moderate to high rainfall.
• The dark color of brunizems indicates a high concentration of organic matter.