Response of Electromagnetic Conductivity Meter to Soil Salinity and Soil-Water Content
Publication: Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Volume 123, Issue 2
Abstract
The effect of soil salinity and soil-water content on the apparent soil electrical conductivity as measured with the EM-38 electromagnetic conductivity meter has been investigated. Results showed substantial changes in the meter's readings as soil-water content changed. The higher the soil salinity, the more sensitive the meter's readings were to changes in soil-water content. A linear relationship existed between soil-water content and apparent electrical conductivity for each level of soil salinity over the range of measured soil-water contents.
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Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Volume 123 • Issue 2 • March 1997
Pages: 141 - 143
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Copyright © 1997 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Mar 1, 1997
Published in print: Mar 1997
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