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← GeographyWhich outcome results when soil experiences intensive laterization pedogenesis?
A)Formation of a hardpan layer✓
B)Increased cation exchange capacity
C)Accumulation of organic matter
D)Enhanced cryoturbation processes
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A hardpan layer forms because intensive laterization involves extreme weathering; this causes the leaching of silica and accumulation of iron/aluminum oxides. Because hardpan results in impeded drainage occurs, rather than increased fertility, that process leads to alternative outcomes.
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