Understanding Soil: Functions and Components
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What type of soil has horizontal layering that decreases drainage in soil?

  • Columnar soil aggregates
  • Clay soil
  • Silt soil
  • Platy soil (correct)
  • Where is platy soil commonly found?

  • On mountain peaks
  • At the bottoms of lakes
  • In the soil of a dense forest (correct)
  • In desert regions
  • What distinguishes columnar soil aggregates from platy soil?

  • Red color instead of brown color
  • Vertical dimensions instead of horizontal layering (correct)
  • High organic content
  • Very loose structure
  • Why do farmers try to maintain good soil conditions for their crops?

    <p>To enhance crop growth and yield</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from food production, what other role does soil play in agriculture?

    <p>Soil is important in fiber production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding the soil beneath a construction site important?

    <p>To ensure the integrity of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were ancient Minoan homes commonly made out of clay soils?

    <p>Clay soils compact well and hold shape effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which ecosystem is soil considered a fundamental piece for survival?

    <p><strong>Forest ecosystem</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does platy soil have on drainage?

    <p>Decreases drainage rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does columnar soil differ from platy soil in terms of drainage?

    <p>Columnar soil provides the fastest drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is soil compaction most likely to occur?

    <p>Within a dense forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do farmers aim to maintain good soil conditions for their crops?

    <p>To support healthy plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is soil used in construction?

    <p>To enhance the structural integrity of buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of soil provides the slowest drainage?

    <p>Clayey soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do columnar aggregates differ from platy soil aggregates?

    <p>Columnar aggregates have horizontal layering unlike platy aggregates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Platy' soil is characterized by which type of layering?

    <p>'Horizontal'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Columnar' soil is known for having which type of dimensions?

    <p>'Vertical'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Soil compaction' tends to result in what?

    <p>'Decreased water flow'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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