Question 28
SoilThe property of clayey soil that prevents it from supporting thick vegetation is its
- A.composition of chemically weathered granite rocks
- B.inability to retain much water
- C.tendency of becoming waterlogged
- D.porosity and low water-retention ability
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (tendency of becoming waterlogged)
Explanation
Clay particles are tiny with small pores, so clay holds water and easily becomes waterlogged, leaving roots short of air.