Practice mode Soil Science

Organic matter decomposes rapidly in Pakistani soils, which usually hold less than 1 percent organic matter. Which conditions cause this?

Correct answer B. Both a & b

Explanation

High temperatures speed up microbial decomposition, and alkaline soil reaction also favours rapid breakdown, so organic matter does not build up in Pakistani soils.

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