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JAMB Biology 2006 Question 46

Question 46

Soil

The soil type that contains nutrients which are not readily available for plants is

  1. A.alluvial
  2. B.clayey
  3. C.sandy
  4. D.loamy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (clayey)

Explanation

Clay soil is rich in minerals, but its tiny particles hold them tightly and it is badly aerated and waterlogged. So the nutrients are hard for roots to take up.