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Question
When the soil is too basic, plants do not grow well in it. To improve its quality what must be added to the soil?
Options
Organic matter
Quick lime
Slaked lime
Calamine solution
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Solution
Organic matter
Explanation:
Organic matter is to be added to a basic soil to neutralise the base and improve its quality.
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