WAEC Geography 1992 Question 24

Question 24

Soils

A soil particle whose diameter is between 0.05mm and 2.00mm is classified as

  1. A.clay
  2. B.loam
  3. C.sand
  4. D.silt
  5. E.gravel
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (sand)

Explanation

Sand grains measure 0.05-2 mm; silt and clay are finer, gravel coarser.