Question

State any two differences between clayey soil and sandy soil

Answer 1

Answer:

in science book of class 7th

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