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Which consequence occurred when the hydraulic balance declined in Aztec chinampa systems?

A)Invasive species proliferation increased rapidly
B)Reduced soil salinity lowered fertility
C)Waterlogged soils inhibited plant growth
D)Decomposition slowed nutrient availability

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Waterlogged soil results because the diminished hydraulic balance causes impaired drainage rates. Specifically, the mechanism is soil saturation that inhibits root respiration; therefore, plant root systems cannot absorb oxygen and nutrients effectively, rather than benefiting from increased nutrient availability at normal flooding depth.

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