44.8.1 - Definition
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What is Leaching Requirement?
💡 Hint: Think about salt's effect on plant health.
What does EC represent in soil science?
💡 Hint: It’s related to how well a solution can conduct electricity.
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What is the purpose of Leaching Requirement?
💡 Hint: Consider why farmers might want to manage salinity.
True or False: Electrical Conductivity is irrelevant in irrigation planning.
💡 Hint: Reflect on its role in comparing water quality.
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Calculate the leaching requirement for a field with EC_{iw} of 2.0 dS/m and EC_{e} of 0.4 dS/m.
💡 Hint: Use the formula to understand how salt concentration affects the water needed.
Discuss how changing rainfall patterns might impact leaching requirements in agricultural settings.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance between natural water and irrigation needs.
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