Understanding Different Types of Soil

What are the three basic types of soil mentioned in the video?

• Sand, Gravel, Clay

• Sand, Clay, Gravel

• Sand, Silt, Clay

• Silt, Clay, Gravel

What is the main component of all soil types?

• Water

• Minerals

• Weathered rock particles

• Organic matter

Why is sandy soil not ideal for growing plants?

• It is too acidic

• It does not hold water or nutrients

• It is too compact

• It holds too much water

How does silt differ from sand in terms of water retention?

• Silt holds the same amount of water as sand

• Silt holds more water than sand

• Silt does not hold any water

• Silt holds less water than sand

Which soil type is mainly deposited by rivers?

• Loam

• Clay

• Silt

• Sand

What is a key characteristic of clay soil?

• It is very loose and coarse

• It drains water quickly

• It has the largest rock particles

• It holds a lot of water

What is one use of clay in construction?

• Making glass

• Insulating pipes

• Building roads

• Making bricks

Which soil type is a mixture of sand, silt, clay, and humus?

• Sand

• Clay

• Loam

• Silt

Why is loam considered the best soil for plant growth?

• It has a balanced mixture of soil types

• It is very dry

• It is very acidic

• It holds too much water

What is humus?

• A type of clay

• Dark organic matter in soil

• A type of sand

• A mineral found in rocks