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Which of the following exchangeable sodium percentage is characteristic of alkaline soils?
Which of the following exchangeable sodium percentage is characteristic of alkaline soils?
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High ESP leads to soil structure degradation, making it imperative to manage salin-ity and sodicity in agricultural lands.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
- greater than 15%
- 10-15%
- less than 5%
- 5-10%
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Alkaline soils typically have an exchangeable sodium percentage (ESP) greater than 15%.
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