Question

What happens to clayey soil on drying?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Clay is a soil component that goes from one extreme to the other. During periods of heavy rain, clay holds a large amount of water in its small pore space between particles. ... During dry weather clay particles shrink and pull more tightly to each other. This shrinking is what leads to the cracks in the ground.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Clay is a soil component that goes from one extreme to the other. During periods of heavy rain, clay holds a large amount of water in its small pore space between particles. ... During dry weather clay particles shrink and pull more tightly to each other. This shrinking is what leads to the cracks in the ground