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maegan_martin

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on: Jul 21, 2018

Why are clays and silts important in the soil?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What soil contains nearly equal amounts of sand, silt, and clay?

a. humus c. topsoil
b. horizon C d. loam

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allisonblackmore

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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Clays and silts are important in the soil because they slow the water down and absorb it for the plants to use. Also clays adhere nutrients for plant usage.

Answer to Question 2

D
loam

maegan_martin

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Reply #2 on: Jul 21, 2018

Thank you!

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Reply #3 on: Jul 21, 2018

Always glad to help...

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