Soil Review

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What is loam soil?

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Loam soil is a mixture of organic matter and other soil types. It has a gritty texture and retains water easily, making it the best soil for planting.

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What is soil?

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Soil is organic material that can be described based on color, texture, and its capacity to retain water.

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What does particle size refer to in soil?

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Particle size refers to the range of sizes of soil sediment, which can vary from large to small particles.

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What is topsoil?

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Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil, labeled as layer '2' in soil profiles.

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What is clay soil?

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Clay soil has an ultra-fine texture that allows it to retain water easily. It drains poorly and feels sticky when wet.

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What is sandy soil?

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Sandy soil has large particles and drains quickly, but it does not retain water well.

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What is humus?

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Humus is the organic component of soil formed by the decomposition of plant and animal matter.

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What is subsoil?

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Subsoil is the layer of soil beneath the topsoil, often denser and less fertile.

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What is bedrock?

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Bedrock is the solid rock layer beneath all soil layers.

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What is soil erosion?

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Soil erosion is the process by which soil is removed from its surface by wind, water, or human activity.