Practice mode Soil Science

Which formula is given for calculating base saturation percentage?

Correct answer A. Base saturation percentage = (Ca + Mg + Na) / CEC x 100

Explanation

Base saturation is the proportion of the cation exchange capacity occupied by basic cations. It is found by dividing the sum of exchangeable bases by CEC and multiplying by 100.

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