Soil Science II: Chemistry and Nutrition
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Go beyond basic soil chemistry and examine how a soil's pH affects what nutrients are available to plants. Explore the ionic exchange capacities of soil, the complex nitrogen cycle, and the effects of composted soil amendments and fertilizers. Discover how soil and plant tissue tests can help monitor plant nutrition and health. Required Text:
Plaster, Edward J., Soil Science and Management, 5th Edition
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, Inc.
2009
Prerequisite(s):
Soil Science I: Physical Properties
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