FORESTRY
SOIL SCIENCE
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Question
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A proportion of 30% sand, 35% silt and 35% clay. Identify what type of soil is this?
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Sandy soil
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Clayey soil
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Loamy soil
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Silty soil
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Loamy Soil is the mixture of clay, sand and silt soil which consists of additional organic matter and is very fertile compared to other types of soil. It is well suited for cultivation as the plant roots get a sufficient amount of water and nutrients for their growth and development.
Detailed explanation-2: -Loam consists of-Silty clay loam which is about 27 to 40 percent clay, while less than 20 percent of sand. Sandy clay of 35 percent or more clay and 45 percent or more of sand. Silty clay is 40 percent or more clay and 40 percent or more silt.
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