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A farmer was unhappy because of his low crop yield. He discussed the problem with an agricultural scientist and realised that the soil of his field was either too acidic or too basic. What remedy would you suggest the farmer to neutralise the soil?
Various plants demand soils of different pH levels. Some require soil, while some need basic soil, and both extremes are harmful to the plants and affect crop yield.
of soil is an essential factor for crop production.
If the soil is too acidic, it should be treated using bases like quick lime (calcium oxide) or slaked lime (calcium hydroxide).
acts as an alkaline base to neutralize acidic soils and raise their pH 7.
Organic matter that is too basic by itself is added to the soil. The acids released by organic materials balance out the soil's composition.
Hence, the farmer should add bases like calcium oxide if the soil is too or add organic matter if the soil is too basic.
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