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The transfer of minerals from top soil t...

The transfer of minerals from top soil to sub-soil through soil water is called

A

Transpiration

B

Conduction

C

Percolation

D

Leaching

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The correct Answer is:
D
Leaching is the loss or extraction of certain materials from a carrier into a liquid. In other words, it is the loss of water-soluble plant nutrients from the soil.
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