SOILS AND NATURAL VEGETATION
SOILS
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clay
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sand
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loam
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silt
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Detailed explanation-1: -Sandy soil has the largest particles among the different soil types. It is dry and gritty to the touch.
Detailed explanation-2: -The particles that make up soil are categorized into three groups by size – sand, silt, and clay. Sand particles are the largest and clay particles the smallest.
Detailed explanation-3: -Silt particles are from 0.002 to 0.05 mm in diameter. Sand ranges from 0.05 to 2.0 mm. Particles larger than 2.0 mm are called gravel or stones.
Detailed explanation-4: -The largest soil particle is sand. Sand is a weathered rock and water easily passes through these particles. Silt is a little smaller than sand and is able to hold some water and is similar in texture to flour. Clay is made up of fine grains and does not allow for the circulation or movement of water.
Detailed explanation-5: -Mixtures of Sand, Silt and Clay Sandy soil holds 80 to 85 percent sand.