Which Type of Soil Is Best Able to Retain Calcium

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which type of soil is best able to retain calcium and potassium,preventing them from being leached away by runoff?

• A)clay
• B)humus
• C)sand
• D)All soils are equal in preventing leaching of minerals.
• E)None of these soils would prevent leaching of minerals.

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