Soil pH affects availability of nutrients for root absorption. The following statements are true except* a. Low pH results in an increase in Aluminum toxicity. b. Low pH results to unavailability of major nutrient elements. c. Toxic metals are more available in acidic soil. d. Low pH results in slow activity of soil-inhabiting microorganisms.

Soil pH affects availability of nutrients for root absorption. The following statements are true except* a. Low pH results in an increase in Aluminum toxicity. b. Low pH results to unavailability of major nutrient elements. c. Toxic metals are more available in acidic soil. d. Low pH results in slow activity of soil-inhabiting microorganisms.

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Chapter21: Phytochemicals

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