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Q. To neutralize too acidic soil, what is used?
Answer: Both quick and slaked lime
Notes: Plants do not grow well in acidic or basic soil. Hence, to neutralize the acidity ofsoil, quick lime (calcium oxide) or slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) is added to soil. To neutralize excess basicity, soils are treated with organic matter, containing organic acids.

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