Question

State six characteristics of loamy soil

Answer 1

1) Loamy soil is a mixture of sand, clay, silt and humus in the right proportions.

2) Loamy soil is a mixture of large and small rock particles which impart it the desired properties.

3) Loamy soil has the right water-holding capacity for the growth of plants.

4)The excess water can also drain out through it easily.

5) Loamy soil has also adequate air space between its particles to hold sufficient air needed by plant root.

6) Loamy soil can also be ploughed easily.