Which of the following soil minerals is most likely leached away during a hard rain?

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NO₃⁻ is a negatively charged ion and is therefore easily washed away by water. It is also highly soluble in water and is commonly found in the soil as a result of decomposition of organic matter or from the use of fertilizers. The other ions listed (Na⁺, K⁺, Ca⁺⁺, and H⁺) are either less soluble or have a positive charge, which makes them less likely to be leached away during a hard rain.

Which of the Following Soil Minerals Is Most Likely Leached