Question

    Lateritic soil is rich in iron and aluminum oxides, which are responsible for its characteristic reddish-brown color. Base saturation in lateritic soil is .........................

    A < 10 % Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B < 20% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C >35% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D >20% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E <15 % Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The base saturation percentage of lateritic soil is >35%, which means that more than 35% of the soil's cation exchange capacity (CEC) is occupied by basic cations such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

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