Study Guide for Campbell Biology
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 37, Problem 4TYK
Which soil component is associated with higher cation exchange capability?
- a. clay
- b. humus
- c. sand
- d. silt
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Study Guide for Campbell Biology
Ch. 37 - Describe the characteristics of a fertile soil.Ch. 37 - Prob. 2IQCh. 37 - Prob. 3IQCh. 37 - Prob. 4IQCh. 37 - Prob. 5IQCh. 37 - Prob. 6IQCh. 37 - Prob. 7IQCh. 37 - Prob. 1SYKCh. 37 - What are the similarities and differences between...Ch. 37 - The most fertile type of soil is usually a. sand,...
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