In Pakistan, approximately __________ mha of irrigated land is affected by salinization:
Correct answer: C. 5.7 mha
- A. 12.6 mha
- B. 8.2 mha
- C. 5.7 mha
- D. None of the above
Explanation
About 5.7 million hectares of Pakistan’s irrigated land are commonly reported as affected by salinity. The figure refers to the irrigated area impacted by salt accumulation, not the country’s total irrigated area.
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