Multiple choice

The pH value of a soil measures its

  1. fertility rate

  2. iron and lime content

  3. water retention

  4. acid content
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Explanation

Soil pH measures the acidity or alkalinity of soil on a scale of 0-14, with 7 being neutral. It indicates the concentration of hydrogen ions in the soil solution, which determines acid content. pH affects nutrient availability and microbial activity. Fertility, iron-lime content, and water retention are important soil properties but are not measured by pH.

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