WAEC Agricultural Science 2012 Question 8

Question 8

Soil Properties

The soil water that is readily available for absorption by plant roots is called

  1. A.capillary water.
  2. B.gravitational water.
  3. C.hygroscopic water.
  4. D.superfluous water.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (capillary water.)

Explanation

Capillary water is held in small pores and is the water roots take up.