Question

1. Which describes the process of leaching?

A It increases the mineral content of the topsoil.

B It washes minerals from the topsoil.

C It is common in desert climates.

D It is unrelated to the amount of rainfall.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It washes minerals from the topsoil.

Explanation:

“leaching” refers to an agricultural process in which a liquid, typically water, percolates through the soil and drains it off soluble minerals, chemicals, and or nutrients. Leaching affects some soils more than others depending on factors like its soil structure and external environment.