In arid climates, soils are thin and soil water tends to move ______
A) laterally
B) downward
C) upward
D) only within a given soil horizon
E) sluggishly, if at all

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In arid climates, the process of evaporation and transpiration can cause soil water to move upward towards the surface. This is due to the high temperatures and intense sunlight that increase the rate of water loss from the soil and plants.

In Arid Climates, Soils Are Thin and Soil Water Tends