Understanding Soil Textures and Loamy Soil

What determines the texture of soil?

• The color of the soil

• The location where the soil is found

• The components and their amounts in the soil

• The temperature of the soil

Which of the following is NOT a component of loamy soil?

• Clay

• Sand

• Humus

• Gravel

What is the first step in the experiment to identify loamy soil?

• Observe the soil layers

• Collect soil samples from different sites

• Measure the soil's temperature

• Add soil to water and stir

In the experiment, which layer settles at the bottom?

• Water

• Sand

• Clay

• Humus

What characteristic of loamy soil makes it beneficial for plants?

• It contains trapped air and holds water

• It is found only in gardens

• It is made entirely of sand

• It is very dry