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What is soil porosity?

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It is defined as the ratio of its pore volume to the bulk volume.
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Soil porosity is the volume percentage of pore spaces in a lump of soil that is not occupied by solid particles. And it varies according to soil type and tilth.

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Porosity is the property of a solid that contains many open spaces and minute channels.

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Does the soil porosity increase as the depth increases?

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How does soil porosity affect its permeability?

Porosity--the ability of water to move through the soil Permeability--the abiity of roots to reach into the soil Where water goes, roots can follow. If water cannot penetrate the soil, roots won't either.


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What is an accurate description of clay soil?

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Which is an accurate description of sandy soil?

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