Organic matter decomposes rapidly in Pakistani soils because of ____________ conditions, that is why our soils generally have

Question

Organic matter decomposes rapidly in Pakistani soils because of ____________ conditions, that is why our soils generally have < 1% organic matter:

Accepted Answer

Both a & b. High temperatures accelerate microbial decomposition of organic matter. Alkaline conditions also contribute to faster breakdown and lower stability of soil organic matter in Pakistani soils.