FORESTRY
SOIL SCIENCE
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Answer: Loam is a mixture of sand, silt, clay and humus. It is considered to be the best topsoil for growing plants because it has the right water-holding capacity for plant growth.
Detailed explanation-2: -Loamy soil is ideal for most garden plants because it holds plenty of moisture but also drains well so that sufficient air can reach the roots. Many gardeners complain of their garden soil being compacted and/or poorly drained. Heavy, compacted soil can be rescued by the enduring gardener.
Detailed explanation-3: -Loam is the fourth type of soil. It is a combination of sand, silt and clay such that the beneficial properties of each are included.
Detailed explanation-4: -Loamy soil is a mixture of sand, clay and another type of soil particle known as silt. The soil is well aerated, and it has a lot of organic matter (humus), which supports a wide variety of soil organisms that keep the soil fertile. Therefore, this type of soil is more suitable for growing plants.