Leaching __________________
A)can help plant growth only if done properly
B)removes water -soluble nutrients from topsoil
C)is a common agricultural practice to improve soil
D)adds nutrients to soil naturally
E)is caused by movement of water upward through soil from the water table

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Leaching removes water-soluble nutrients from topsoil, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies in plants. While it is a common practice in some agricultural systems, it should be done carefully to minimize nutrient loss. Leaching is not a natural way of adding nutrients to soil; rather, it can decrease soil fertility over time. Movement of water upward through soil from the water table is known as capillary action, not leaching.