WAEC Agricultural Science 2007 Question 8

Question 8

Soil Properties

Which of the following statements about soil water is true?

  1. A.Crops wilt when gravitational water has drained off
  2. B.Capillary water drains off after rainfall
  3. C.A soil with high water table is best for farming
  4. D.Crops utilize capillary water in the soil.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Crops utilize capillary water in the soil.)

Explanation

Capillary water is the water plants use.