Pedosphere 9(4): 289--298, 1999
ISSN 1002-0160/CN 32-1315/P
©1999 Soil Science Society of China
Published by Elsevier B.V. and Science Press
Acid sulfate soils in Australia: Characteristics, problems and management
C. LIN
School of Resource Science and Management, Southern Cross Universitg, Lismore, N. S. W. 248O (Australia)
ABSTRACT
      Acid sulfate voile (ASS), widely distributed in Australia. This has only been recognised recently when intensive rmearch on ASS has been done in this country. This paper reviews aspects concerning a) the distribution and acid potential, b) controls on acidic status, and c) problems and management of ASS in Australia. It is believed that the Australian experience may be useful for other countries where potential problems from ASS exist but insufficient attention was paid to them.
Key Words:  acid sulfate soils, Australia, estuarine floodplain, management, pyrite
Citation: Lin, C. 1999. Acid sulfate soils in Australia: Characteristics, problems and management. Pedosphere. 9(4): 289-298.
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