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Soil Properties
Types
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which crops prefer sandy loams? | Potatoes, rye, asparagus |
| Which soil type warms up quickly in spring? | Sand |
| Which soil type is free-draining and may dry out rapidly? | Sand |
| Which soils are often described as "hungry" (i.e. may lack nutrients in wet conditions? | Sand |
| What is the range of particle sizes for sands? | 0.02-2.00mm |
| What is the name given to a soil with a balance of clay, sand, silt and organic matter? | Loam |
| Which soil type has the smallest particles? | Clay (up to 0.002mm) |
| Which soil type is heavy to cultivate, often alkaline and nutrient-rich? | Clay |
| Which soil type is structurally weak and easily compacted? | Silt |
| Which soil type is usually acidic (pH below 5)? | Organic |