Volatilization Losses from Sprinkler Applied Nitrogen
Blythe McAfee
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Environmental Factors
Soil
Weather
Which Factors Increase Volatilization?
Acidic (low pH) Fine Soils Wet Soil Low Temps Low Wind Speeds Low Humidity Alkaline (high pH) Coarse Soils Dry Soil High Temps High Wind Speeds High Humidity
My Research
Which Increase Volatilization?
Acidic (low pH) Fine Soils Wet Soil Low Temps Low Wind Speeds Low Humidity Alkaline (high pH) Coarse Soils Dry Soil High Temps High Wind Speeds High Humidity
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