Practice mode Soil Science

In which soils is zinc more available to crops?

Correct answer B. Acid soils

Explanation

Zinc solubility falls sharply as pH rises because it precipitates as hydroxides and carbonates. In acid soils zinc remains in soluble ionic forms, so availability to crops is higher.

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