Which solute concentration pattern indicates increased leaching in permafrost thaw?

💡 Explanation

Increased leaching during permafrost thaw mobilizes elements downward via eluviation. Increased deep-soil iron oxides accumulates because the process of illuviation deposits these mobile elements in lower soil horizons; therefore B, rather than a uniform dispersion or surface concentration, indicates leaching.

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