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  • A soil sample indicating pH = 7.5, EC, = 4.8 ds/m, exchangeable sodium percentage = 12, may be categorized as which one of the following?

    Question: A soil sample indicating pH = 7.5, EC, = 4.8 ds/m, exchangeable sodium percentage = 12, may be categorized as which one of the following?

    Options:

    Alkaline soil
    Saline soil
    Saline-alkaline soil
    Normal fertile soil

    ✅Explanation:
    -Soil Classification: Soil classification is based on specific parameters such as pH, electrical conductivity (EC), and exchangeable sodium percentage (ESP).
    -Saline Soil: Saline soils are characterized by a high concentration of soluble salts, typically with an EC value greater than 4 dS/m. The pH is usually less than 8.5, and the ESP is less than 15.
    -Given Sample: The soil sample in question has an EC of 4.8 dS/m, indicating a high salt concentration. The pH of 7.5 is within the acceptable range, and the ESP of 12 is below 15. These characteristics align with the definition of a saline soil.
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