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Classification of types of soil texture

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Classification of types of soil texture

sandy soil
The first type of soil is sand. It consists of small particles of weathered rock. Sandy soils are one of the poorest types of soil for plant growth, as they have very few nutrients and poor water-holding capacity, which makes it difficult for plant roots to absorb water. This type of soil is very suitable for the drainage system. Sandy soil is usually formed by the breakdown or fragmentation of rocks such as granite, limestone, and quartz. The properties of sandy soil for agriculture are negligible.

Silt soil
Compared to sandy soil, silt has much smaller particles and is made of rock and other mineral particles that are smaller than sand and larger than clay. It is the smooth and fine quality of soil that holds water better than sand. Silt is easily transported by moving currents and is mainly found near rivers, lakes and other bodies of water. Silt soil is more fertile compared to other types of soil. Therefore, the properties of silite soil are also used in agricultural work to improve soil fertility.

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clay soil

Clay is the smallest particle among the other two types of soil. The particles in this soil are very tightly packed together and have very little or no porosity. This soil has a very good water storage quality and makes it difficult for moisture and air to penetrate it. Clay is very sticky when wet, but soft when dry. Clay is the densest and heaviest type of soil that does not drain well and does not provide the space for plant roots to flourish.

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loamy soil

Loamy soil is a combination of sand, silt and clay so that it includes the beneficial properties of each of them. For example, one of the most important properties of loam soil is the ability to retain moisture and nutrients. Hence, it is more suitable for agriculture. This soil is also considered as agricultural soil. Because it includes the balance of all three types of soil materials, sand, clay and silt, and also has humus. Apart from this, due to its inorganic origin, it also has more calcium and pH.