FORESTRY
SOIL SCIENCE
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Question
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This type of soil is composed of the second smallest pieces of rock.
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bedrock
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loam
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silt
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clay
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -CLAY is the smallest particles of broken rock in soil, less than . 0002mm in diameter, so it is a fine dust. When wet, the individual particles stick together to form a solid mass.
Detailed explanation-2: -Silt Soil is a light and moisture retentive soil type with a high fertility rating. As silt soils compromise of medium sized particles they are well drained and hold moisture well. As the particles are fine, they can be easily compacted and are prone to washing away with rain.
Detailed explanation-3: -Clay particles are the smallest particles of soil. Clay can also be called mineral soil as it defines the soil texture by indicating the minerals it holds. Clay particles are less than 0.002mm in size.
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