AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Waterlogging harms crops because
A.roots drown without oxygen in saturated soil
B.crops get too much sunlight
C.nutrients become toxic gases
D.soil becomes too dry
Explanation
Core Concept
Over-irrigation fills the soil's air spaces, suffocating roots and inviting rot — the flip side of salinization.
Correct Answer
Aroots drown without oxygen in saturated soil
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