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Soil salinization

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

The accumulation of salt in soil, often resulting from irrigation practices, which reduces soil fertility and plant growth.

AP course connection

Topic 5.4: 5.4 Impacts of Agricultural Practices

Unit 5

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