What is the primary difference between percolation and infiltration?

Understanding Soil Percolation

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Percolation is the movement of water through soil, while infiltration is into soil.
Percolation and infiltration are the same processes.
Percolation is the movement of water into soil, while infiltration is through soil.
Infiltration is faster than percolation.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which soil type is known for having the highest percolation rate?
Clay soil
Silty soil
Sandy soil
Loam soil
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do sandy soils dry out quickly?
They have low percolation rates.
They retain water for long periods.
They are rich in nutrients.
They have high percolation rates.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the ideal percolation rate range for silty soils?
0.1 to 1 inch per hour
1 to 8 inches per hour
0.01 to 0.1 inch per hour
8 to 10 inches per hour
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in conducting a percolation test?
Measure the water level change.
Saturate the test hole.
Dig the test hole.
Refill the hole.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often should you measure the water level change during a percolation test?
Every hour
Every 15 minutes
Every 30 minutes
Every 10 minutes
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using a wooden board during a percolation test?
To cover the hole
To measure the water level
To serve as a measuring baseline
To prevent soil erosion
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