Question

Which one is the best method of the reclaimation of the acidic soil ?

• A. Leaching
• B. Provision of good drainage
• C. Use gypsum as a soil amendment
• D. Use limestone as a soil amendment

Answer 1

The correct option is D Use limestone as a soil amendment

• The best method of the reclaimation of the acidic soil is use limestone as a soil amendment.
• Different liming material to reclaimation of acid soil:

1. $\text{Oxides - CaO}$
2. $\text{Hydroxides}-Ca(OH{)}_2$
3. $\text{Carbonate}-CaC{O}_3$
4. $\text{Silicates of calcium}-CaSi{O}_3$

• Leaching, provision of good drainage and use of gypsum as a soil amendment are generally adopted for the reclaimation of alkaline soil.