Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 35 - Plant Nutrition - 35.3 - Soil Structure Affects Plant Nutrition - 35.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 756: 2

Answer

Cation exchange releases cations into the soil solution to be taken up by plant roots. Soil fertility is partially dependent on the soil’s ability to provide nutrients. Ions in the soil are important because they are easily soluble in water and can be taken up efficiently through root systems.

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Cation exchange releases cations into the soil solution to be taken up by plant roots. Soil fertility is partially dependent on the soil’s ability to provide nutrients. Ions in the soil are important because they are easily soluble in water and can be taken up efficiently through root systems.
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