NEET BIOLOGY

PLANT PHYSIOLOGY

PLANT GROWTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Sandy soils, often called light soils, have
A
large soil particle and large pore spaces
B
good drainage but little moisture-holding capacity
C
good aeration
D
all of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sandy Soil is light, warm, dry and tends to be acidic and low in nutrients. Sandy soils are often known as light soils due to their high proportion of sand and little clay (clay weighs more than sand). These soils have quick water drainage and are easy to work with.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sandy loam is a type of soil used for gardening. This soil type is normally made up of sand along with varying amounts of silt and clay. Many people prefer sandy loam soil for their gardening because this type of soil normally allows for good drainage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sandy soil essentially consists of small particles formed by weathering rocks. It is also very low in nutrients and poor in holding water, which makes it one of the poorest types of soil for agriculture.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sandy loam soils have a high concentration of sand that gives them a gritty feel. In gardens and lawns, sandy loam soils are capable of quickly draining excess water but can not hold significant amounts of water or nutrients for your plants.

Detailed explanation-5: -Sandy soils have a light brown color. Plants growing in sandy soil have to be able to survive with very little water. Ability to retain water: Water passes easily through some soils. Soils with lots of gravel or sand do not retain water very well.

There is 1 question to complete.