Q70
The salinity of soil is measured by
A.
Electrical Conductivity Meter
AnswerB.
Hygrometer
C.
Psychrometer
D.
Scaler
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The salinity of soil is measured by Electrical Conductivity Meter. Water and soil salinity are measured by passing an electric current between the two electrodes of a salinity meter in a sample of soil or water. The electrical conductivity or EC of a soil or water sample is influenced by the concentration and composition of dissolved salts.