👉 Scabland is a geological formation that forms in the soil near the surface of a lake or river, where it collects and accumulates organic matter. It is often characterized by its dense, dark coloration, which can range from white to black and can appear as a rough, bumpy texture on the surface of the soil. Scabland typically occurs at elevations between 500 meters (1648 feet) and 3,000 meters (9,8