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← GeographyWhich soil horizon characteristic results when decreased rainfall suppresses translocation rates within pedogenesis?
A)Accumulation of calcium carbonate nodules✓
B)Increased eluviation without subsequent illuviation
C)Elevated organic matter accumulation at base
D)Uniform distribution of iron oxides throughout profile
💡 Explanation
The accumulation of calcium carbonate results from reduced water percolating, therefore, calcium ions precipitate and concentrate in place, driving calcification during pedogenesis; rather than being leached downwards creating distinct horizons.
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