Questions
1. What is the top layer of soil called?
2. Which of the following soil types has the largest particle size?
3. What is the process by which soil is formed from rocks?
4. What is the primary component of soil that provides nutrients to plants?
5. Which layer of soil is typically rich in organic material and nutrients?
6. What is the term for the maximum amount of water that a given soil can retain?
7. Which soil type is best known for its excellent drainage qualities?
Answers
1. Topsoil
2. Sand
3. Weathering
4. Water
5. A Horizon
6. Field capacity
7. Sandy soil