GCE Biology 1990 Question 50

Question 50

Soil

Water rises most rapidly in

  1. A.sandy soil
  2. B.clayey soil
  3. C.sandy-loam soil
  4. D.loamy soil
  5. E.humus soil
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (sandy soil)

Explanation

Sandy soil has large pores, so water moves up through it fastest (though not as high as in clay).