WBCS.LIVE practice question

With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements 1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity. 2. Soil does not play any in the sulphur cycle 3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1,2 and3

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 3 only