Question

Why water retention capacity in soil is important​

Answer 1

Answer:

Soils that can hold a lot of water support more plant growth and are less susceptible to leaching losses of nutrients and pesticides. All of the water held by soil is not available for plant growth.

Answer 2

Answer:

How much water a soil can hold is very important for plant growth. Soils that can hold a lot of water support more plant growth and are less susceptible to leaching losses of nutrients and pesticides. All of the water held by soil is not available for plant growth.