KIDS QUIZ
PLANTS AND GARDENING
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Question
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Compared to other types of soil, sandy loam ____
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needs compost
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has equal amounts of sand, silt, and clay
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has sand mixed in with loam
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holds water and minerals
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Sandy soils feel gritty. Loams have a fairly even mix of sand, silt and clay. Their feel can be described as smooth or silky, and also greasy if there is plenty of organic matter present. Clays comprise more than 35% clay particles, and are referred to as fine textured or heavy soils.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most common garden plants prefer loam-soils with a balance of different-sized mineral particles (approximately 40% sand, 40% silt, and 20% clay) with ample organic matter and pore space.
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