Question

1. Which soil has the maximum water retaining capacity?

(a) Sandy soil
(b) Loamy soil
(c) Clayey soil
(d) All have equal retaining capacity
2. Which of the following statements does not refer to the top soil?
(a) It is a very hard layer.
(b) It contains most nutrients.
(c) Most living organisms are present in this layer.
(d) Plants grow in this layer.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Solution: Clay particles, being much smaller, are packed tightly together, leaving little space for air. Water can be held in the tiny gaps between the particles of clay. Therefore water holding capacity is the highest in clayey soil.

Answer 2

Answer:

1. (c)

2.(c)

Explanation:

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