Question

    The soil having   pH value of < 8.5 with EC (electrical conductivity) is > 4.0 millimhos/cm and ESP < 15%  is ____

    A Acidic soils Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Saline soils Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Alkaline soils Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Saline – alkaline soils Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Both a and b Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Characteristics of saline soils: ·         Soil pH of ·         ECis >4.0 millimhos/cm. ·         ESP is < 15% ·         Dominated by sulphate and chloride ions and low in exchangeable sodium.

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