Main Types of Salt Affected Soils Found in India
This article throws light upon the five main types of salt affected soils found in India. The types are: 1. Saline Soils 2. Coastal Saline Soils 3. Sodic Soils 4. Acid Sulphate Soils 5. Potential Acid Sulphate Soils. Salt Affected Soil: Type # 1. Saline Soils: Soluble salts containing chlorides and sulphates of sodium, calcium and magnesium accumulate in soils. [...]