OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

Detailed explanation-1: -Soil is a Medium for plant growth or bio-materials production whereby this medium combines with the other soil functions to anchor roots, and allow for the transport of water and nutrients to the root/soil interface.

Detailed explanation-2: -Soil as a medium for plant growth can be described as a complex natural material derived from weathering of rocks and decomposition of organic materials, which provide nutrients, moisture and anchorage for plants.

Detailed explanation-3: -Soil provides structural support to plants as roots can firmly hold the soil. It is also responsible for supplying water, nutrients and minerals that are essential for the proper growth of a plant. The micro-organisms present in soil helps in adding nutrients and minerals to the soil through their microbial actions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Loamy soil is best for plant growth as it has high water retention capacity thus it retains water for long and also retains the nutrients which is required for plant growth.