Clay Soil
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- Q1What are the characteristics of clay soil?Is coarse and grainyIs loose and free-flowingHas very fine particles which are closely packedHas large particles with gaps between them30s
- Q2How does clay soil compare to sand and loam in terms of water holding capacity?It holds more water than sand and loamIt holds water only in small pocketsIt holds less water than sand and loamIt holds the same amount of water as sand and loam30s
- Q3What is a common issue/ problem with clay soil in terms of drainage?It has no effect on drainageIt retains water very wellIt has excellent drainageIt has poor drainage30s
- Q4What is a defining characteristic of clay soil when wet?The soil becomes compactedThe soil is sticky when wet and can be moulded into any shapeThe soil becomes looseThe soil becomes sandy30s
- Q5What happens to clay soil when it is dry?It remains the sameIt cracks when dryIt becomes more compactIt becomes softer and looser30s
- Q6Why is clay soil often challenging for plant growth?It is too looseIt retains too much waterIt has poor drainageIt has excellent drainage30s
- Q7Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of clay soil?Has poor drainageHolds more water than sand and loamHas large particles with gaps between themIs sticky when wet30s
- Q8What makes clay soil sticky and dense?Coarse particles that are loosely packedMedium-sized particles with spaces between themLarge rocks and debrisVery fine particles which are closely packed30s
- Q9What is a common issue associated with clay soil and water?It absorbs water slowlyHas problems of waterloggingIt dries out quicklyIt repels water30s
- Q10What happens to clay soil when it is heavily watered?It becomes less denseIt drains quicklyIt holds more water than sand and loamIt becomes lighter30s