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Record 1 2006-11-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Soil Science
  • Air Pollution
CONT

Cropping and use of nitrogen fertilizers are two main sources of soil acidity while another contributor is rainfall.

OBS

In acidic soils, aluminium and manganese can reach concentrations toxic to roots, and there may be deficiencies in molybdenum, calcium, magnesium and potassium. These actions result in slowed growth and therefore poor crop yield.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Science du sol
  • Pollution de l'air
CONT

On mesure l'acidité d'un sol par le pH d'une suspension de sol dans l'eau distillée.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Ciencia del suelo
  • Contaminación del aire
DEF

Medida de la cantidad de iones hidrógeno disponibles en un suelo.

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