Question

Given below are two statements :
Statement (I) : Soil having high amount of hydrogen ions affect the nutrient availability.
Statement (II) : Increased soil pH beyond 7.0 increases the availability of micronutrients.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below. :

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct

Hint:

- Most plant nutrients are at their maximum availability in the slightly acidic to neutral pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
- Micronutrients (except Mo) become highly available in acidic soils (pH < 6.0) and can reach toxic levels, while they become deficient in alkaline soils (pH > 7.0).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C