A soil gets its cation exchange capacity from clay and
A. Water
B. Organic matter
C. Government
D. Sand
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
A soil gets its Cation Exchange Capacity from Clay and Organic matter.Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) is a useful indicator of soil fertility because it shows the soil's ability to supply three important plant nutrients calcium, magnesium and potassium.
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