Irrigation can cause salt to accumulate in the soil, a process known as:

A) erosion.
B) decomposition.
C) mineralization.
D) salinization.
E) weathering.

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Irrigation can cause salt to accumulate in the soil, a process known as:A)  erosion.B)  decomposition.C)  mineralization.D)  salinization.E)  weathering.

Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Salinization is the process by which water-soluble salts accumulate in the soil, often as a result of irrigation. This can happen when the water used for irrigation evaporates, leaving the dissolved salts behind in the soil.

Irrigation can cause salt to accumulate in the soil, a process known as:

A) erosion.
B) decomposition.
C) mineralization.
D) salinization.
E) weathering.

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