Question

    _____ is the movement of chemicals in the upper layers of soil into lower layers or into groundwater by being dissolved in water.

    A Infiltration Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Salinization Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Eutrophication Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Leaching Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Leaching is the process by which dissolved chemicals move through the soil layers and can reach groundwater.

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