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    Question

    Which of the following forms of nitrogen is most prone

    to leaching?
    A Ammonium (NH₄⁺) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Nitrate (NO₃⁻) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Amide (NH₂) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Nitrite (NO₂⁻) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Elemental N (N₂) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Nitrate is highly soluble in water and can easily leach from the soil profile with excess water.

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