How Does Humus Contribute to the Acidity of Soil

question 35

Multiple Choice

How does humus contribute to the acidity of soil?

• A)The humus contains a large proportion of amino acids that get released into the soil.
• B)The humus binds with hydroxide ions, which has the effect of increasing the hydronium ion concentration.
• C)In decomposing, the humus releases carbon dioxide which reacts with moisture to form carbonic acid.
• D)Humus contains many alkaloids that cause the pH of the soil to rise.

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