WorksheetsSoil
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which soil is found in ponds and river beds?
sandy
loamy
clayey
none of these
Strong winds and heavy rains cause________
soil erosion
deforestation
afforestation
none of these
The soil that cannot hold much water is___________
loamy
clayey
sandy
none of these
The topmost layer of the earth that contains air,water,minerals and organic matter is called _______
water
soil
sand
none of these
Identify the picture.
crop rotation
step farming
embankments
all of these
Which soil is used for making buildings?
sandy
loamy
clayey
all of these
The breaking down of rocks is called ______________.
Texture
Decomposing
Weathering
Rock and Minerals
Wind moves soil particles that are:
0.1-0.6mm
0.1-0.5mm
0.1-0.7mm
Which soil horizon typically contains the least organic matter?
A horizon
B horizon
C horizon
O horizon
Which of the following describes how microorganisms influence the chemical characteristics of soil?
They loosen and mix the soil by digging burrows underground.
They add inorganic material to the soil by weathering rocks on Earth’s surface.
They add moisture to the soil by creating pores through which water can move.
They add organic material to the soil by breaking down the remains of plants and animals.
What is soil?
It is the loose material in which plants can grow in the upper layer of Earth.
It is the leaf that grows on the plant.
It is the food that can be found inside the seed.
Small pieces of rock that have been weathered from a larger rock are known as...
sand
sediment
soil
Q1. What is a major cause of soil erosion?
Running Water
Overgrazing
Agricultural Activities
