Types of Soil and Their Characteristics
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Types of Soil and Their Characteristics

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What are the three main categories of soil?

  • Rocky, pebbly, and muddy
  • Dry, wet, and loamy
  • Sandy, clay, and loam (correct)
  • Dusty, gravelly, and fertile
  • Why does water drain easily through sandy soil?

  • Because it is mostly made up of sand with fine grains (correct)
  • Because it is compact and dense
  • Because it contains a lot of finely ground pieces of rock
  • Because it is rich in organic material
  • What is the characteristic of sandy soil that makes it easier to dig?

  • It is rich in nutrients
  • It is mostly made up of sand with fine grains (correct)
  • It has a high organic content
  • It has a high water retention capacity
  • Study Notes

    Soil Categories

    • There are three main categories of soil.

    Characteristics of Sandy Soil

    • Sandy soil allows water to drain easily through it because of its large particle size and loose structure.
    • The characteristic of sandy soil that makes it easier to dig is its loose structure and coarse texture.

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    Explore the different types of soil and their characteristics, including the factors that determine soil type and their suitability for plant growth. Learn about the three main categories of soil: sandy, clay, and loam.

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