Environmental Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
59.
Which of the following soil types best describes the soil if it has 30 percent clay and 70 percent sand?
A.
Sandy loam
B.
Silty loam
C.
Silty clay
D.
Sandy clay
E.
Sandy clay loam
60.
Which of the following describes why sandy soils would not be the best soil type for plant growth?
A.
They would hold water and cause water-logging of the soil.
B.
They would not retain water well.
C.
They have excessive nutrient content.
