Soil Texture

Question 1

refers to the relative proportions of different sized mineral particles in the soil, which influences its physical properties, porosity, water retention and nutrient availability

Answer 1

soil texture

Question 2

3 components of soil texture

Answer 2

clay, silt, sand

Question 3

a component of soil texture that is the smallest

Answer 3

clay

Question 4

diameter of clay

Answer 4

smaller than 0.002 mm

Question 5

a component of soil texture that is dense and can become compacted and can restrict root growth

Answer 5

clay

Question 6

a component of soil texture that is smaller than sand but larger than clay

Answer 6

silt

Question 7

diameter of silt

Answer 7

typically ranging from 0.022 mm to 0..05 mm

Question 8

a component of soil texture that feels smooth or soapy when wet

Answer 8

silt

Question 9

a component of soil texture that retains moisture better than sandy soil and has a moderate ability to hold nutrient

Answer 9

silt

Question 10

a component of soil texture that is the largest

Answer 10

sand

Question 11

diameter of sand

Answer 11

0.05 mm to 20 mm

Question 12

a component of soil texture that feels gritty to the touch

Answer 12

sand

Question 13

a component of soil texture that drains water quickly and does not hold moisture well

Answer 13

sand

Question 14

a component of soil texture that has low nutrient-holding capacity because it allows water and nutrients to leach away quickly

Answer 14

sand