6 Questions
What is the primary source of potassium in the soil?
Weathering of clay minerals
Which of the following factors can influence the release of potassium from clay minerals?
All of the above
What is the main reason that most soils in Hawaii have only small quantities of potassium-bearing clay minerals?
High rainfall and temperature
Which of the following is a significant source of potassium in Hawaii?
Certain well waters used for irrigation
What is the main reason for potassium losses in harvested crops?
Plant uptake
What is the process by which potassium can become less available to plants?
Fixation
Explore the process of potassium inputs and releases in the soil, influenced by factors like soil mineralogy, rainfall, temperature, and crop management. Learn about the impact of intense weathering on potassium-bearing clay minerals in Hawaii soils, and the different formulations of inorganic fertilizer potassium available.
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