Question 10

How can a farmer convert acidic soil to neutral soil?

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Solution

The farmer can convert acidic soil into neutral soil by adding a small quantity of quicklime or slaked lime solution to the soil. Quick lime and slaked lime are bases and hence, react with the excess acid present in the soil and reduce its acidity.

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