Soil Texture Quiz

Clay soils have greater influence on soil properties than sand soils (correct)

Clay soils have larger voids between particles than sand soils

Sand soils can shift and slide when wet while clay soils cannot

Sand soils retain more water than clay soils

They are chemically active and can greatly influence soil properties

They tend to have moderately slow to slow permeabilities

They will shift under stress and slide and flow when wet (correct)

They have large voids between particles and can readily transport water and air

By measuring the pH level of the soil

By observing the color and smell of the soil

By estimating the texture by feel using hands

By using laboratory techniques that can determine the exact amount of sand, silt, and clay (correct)