Practice mode Agronomy

A low soil pH usually indicates which condition?

Correct answer D. Low N and Ca

Explanation

Acidic soils form when rain leaches basic cations such as calcium and magnesium, and low pH also slows the microbial activity that releases nitrogen, so calcium and nitrogen are usually low.

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