Question

differentiate between clayey and sandy soil ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Clayey Soil Sandy Soil:

Contains finer particles Contains larger particlesParticles are tightly packed Particles are loosely packedIt is fertile It is not fertileHigh water retention capacity

Sandy Soil:

Contains larger particles

Particles are loosely packed

It is not fertile

Low water retention capacity

Answer 2

Clayey soil

1. The proportion of fine particles is higher.

2. Particles are packed tightly

3. It can hold good amount of water.

4. Water cannot drain quickly.

5. It is heavy in weight.

6. Less air is trapped between the particles.

7. It is rich in humus.

sandy soil

1. The proportion of large particles is higher.

2. Particles are loosely packed.

3. It is ability to retain water is low.

4. Water can drain quickly.

5. It is light in weight.

6. More air is trapped between the particles.

7. It is not rich in humus