Soil

Front

What type of soil feels smooth when dry and slippery when wet?

Back

Silt

Front

Which layer of soil is on the bottom?

Back

Bedrock

Front

What type of soil is sticky when wet and hard when dry?

Back

Clay

Front

What is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces called?

Back

Weathering

Front

In which layer of soil do most plant roots grow?

Back

Topsoil

Front

What is the top layer of soil called?

Back

Topsoil

Front

What is the layer of soil below the topsoil called?

Back

Subsoil

Front

What is the term for the movement of soil and rock from one place to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the mixture of sand, silt, and clay called?

Back

Loam

Front

What is the smallest particle size in soil?

Back

Clay