Practice mode Soil Science

Which type of mulch lowers soil temperature?

Correct answer B. White polythene

Explanation

White polythene reflects most incoming sunlight, so less energy reaches and heats the soil beneath it. Clear polythene traps heat and black polythene absorbs it, both generally warming the soil.

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