As lime dissolves in the soil, calcium (Ca) moves to the surface of soil particles, replacing the acidity. The acidity reacts with the carbonate (CO 3) to form carbon dioxide (CO 2) and water (H 2 O). The result is a soil that is less acidic (has a higher pH).
The Japanese began to colonize the Philippines because they were  running out of space and resources. Their country is four big  islands that were recently formed by volcano â¦ es, meaning that they  have limited mineral and metal resources.
This archipelago was under Spanish rule since the 16th century! It is even named for King Philip II of Spain! From the beginning of American imperialism, the U.S. didn't really have their eyes on the Philippines. In the midst of the Spanish-American War, the U.S. engaged the Spanish fleet in the Philippines. After defeating the Spanish fleet, American ships first docked in the Philippines.