FORESTRY
SOIL SCIENCE
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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CLAY
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LOAM
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SAND
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Clayey soil is used to make pots and toys because water can be held in the tiny gaps between the particles of clay and soil get sticky when it comes in contact with water. Hence, it becomes easy to mould this soil into any shapes like toys, pots and statues.
Detailed explanation-2: -No, we cannot make a pot form sandy soil because it has bigger particles. soil mainly contains clay particles that are small in the size and compact due to which it becomes very sticky. Therefore, it is used to make pots.
Detailed explanation-3: -It is a type of soil that consists of a large number of clay particles and a very small amount of humus and silt. This soil is so compact that it cannot trap air. Vegetables like Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, and cabbage grow well in clayey soil.