Soil Characteristics and Functions

The video tutorial explains the importance of soil, highlighting its role in supporting plant growth, releasing carbon dioxide, and housing organisms. It introduces three types of soil: garden soil, clay, and sand, detailing their characteristics and benefits. Garden soil is ideal for gardening due to its nutrient-rich composition. Clay soil retains nutrients and water well, while sandy soil offers excellent drainage and root spread. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to start planting.

What is one of the key roles of soil in the environment?

• It releases carbon dioxide.

• It generates electricity.

• It absorbs sunlight.

• It produces nitrogen.

Which organisms are commonly found in soil?

• Reptiles and amphibians

• Birds and mammals

• Fish and amphibians

• Insects and bacteria

What is another name for garden soil?

• Peat soil

• Chalk soil

• Loam soil

• Silt soil

Why is garden soil considered good for gardening?

• It is very dry.

• It is rich in water, oxygen, and nutrients.

• It is very compact.

• It is acidic.

What is a characteristic of clay soil?

• It is very sandy.

• It is very dry.

• It contains large stones.

• It has very fine particles.

Why is clay soil beneficial for plants?

• It drains water quickly.

• It retains mineral nutrients and water.

• It is acidic.

• It is very light.

What is a key feature of sandy soil?

• It retains water very well.

• It allows plant roots to spread freely.

• It is very compact.

• It is rich in clay.

Why is sandy soil suitable for growing vegetables and fruits?

• It is very acidic.

• It retains a lot of water.

• It drains well and allows roots to spread.

• It is very dense.