Which of the Following Is Not True of Soil

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of soil?

• A)Soil contains a complex food web
• B)Fertilized soils are a source of water pollution
• C)Soil serves as a sink for carbon dioxide
• D)Soil can immobilize contaminants and remediate waste
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

Foregoing the chance to benefit from other alternatives when one choice is made.

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