Practice mode Soil Science

What is the build-up of soluble salts in the root zone called?

Correct answer D. Salinization

Explanation

Salinisation is the accumulation of soluble salts such as chlorides and sulphates of sodium, calcium and magnesium, usually caused by evaporation of saline groundwater or irrigation water.

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