From the point of view of crop production, Soil testing refers to______________?
Correct answer: D. Both A & C
- A. Laboratory analysis assessing plant available nutrient status
- B. Collection of plant leaves samples only
- C. Salinity & elemental toxicity of a soil
- D. Both A & C
Explanation
Soil testing is laboratory evaluation of soil properties relevant to crop growth, including plant-available nutrients, salinity and possible elemental toxicity. Therefore, both nutrient assessment and salinity or toxicity testing are included.
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