Which of the following comparisons of the three different classes of salt-affected soils is correct?
A)Sodic soils generally have the lowest pH.
B)Saline soils are generally higher in soluble salts than saline-sodic soils.
C)Sodic soils generally have the highest EC levels.
D)The pH of saline soils is generally above 8.5.
E)Sodic soils are commonly formed by leaching saline-sodic soils.

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Sodic soils are commonly formed by leaching saline-sodic soils, which removes soluble salts but leaves sodium behind, leading to soil dispersion and poor structure.

Which of the Following Comparisons of the Three Different Classes