Soil Quality Assessment Based on Physicochemical Parameters in the Career Point University Kota Rajasthan

The objective of this research was soil testing to ensure soil quality, soil health, and nutrient management in CARRER POINT UNIVERSITY CAMPUS ALNIYA KOTA. Here in this research article we are presenting preliminary studies of physicochemical properties of soil across the Career Point University campus, Kota in winter season. The chemical analysis of soil is based on a number of factors such as pH, electrical conductivity, organic carbon, macronutrient and micronutrients. Soil pH and Electric conductivity plays a significant role in regulating the availability of nutrients to plants. Organic carbon enhances soil structure, increases moisture retention, and supports beneficial microbial activity. Macronutrients were analyzed due to their vital roles in plant physiology. Micronutrient required in small quantities, these elements are essential for enzyme function, chlorophyll formation, and overall metabolic processes in plants.
Soil testing is only way to determine available nutrient status in campus soil and this research article provide detailed information about properties of soil across the Career Point University campus and find out any deficiency of minerals from the soil. The soil across Career Point University exhibits good fertility and is generally well-suited for both cultivation and ornamental landscaping.

Physicochemical analysis, soil fertility, soil properties, pH, electrical conductivity (EC) macronutrient, micronutrients, Alaniya Kota Rajasthan.

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