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Soil Composition and Characteristics Quiz

Authored by Daryl Smyth

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11th Grade

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Soil Composition and Characteristics Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main components of soil?

Water, rock particles, air, organic matter

Sand, clay, silt, gravel

Minerals, gases, liquids, organisms

Rocks, minerals, gases, liquids

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of soil is known for poor drainage and holding water well?

Sandy soils

Clay soils

Loam soils

Peaty soils

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What is the pH range for acidic soils?

1-6

7-14

8-14

1-7

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which soil type is best for root crops like carrots and potatoes?

Clay soils

Sandy soils

Loam soils

Peaty soils

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of soil is typically made up of rock particles?

25%

45%

5%

50%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which soil type contains a higher proportion of organic matter and slows decomposition?

Clay soils

Sandy soils

Loam soils

Peaty soils

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the pH value of neutral soil?

1

7

14

10

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