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they are different because caly soil can hold water extremley well but sandy soil holds water poorly

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Do clay soils have more permeability than sandy soils?

No, sandy soils have higher permeability than clay soils. Clay soils have smaller pore spaces which restrict water movement, while sandy soils have larger pore spaces that allow for more rapid water drainage.


Why are sandy soils generally less fertile than clayey soil?

Sandy soils are generally less fertile than clay soils because they do not hold water as well as clay soils. Clay soils are usually fertile and hold more nutrients than sandy soils.


What is the color of hydro?

clay soils, loamy soils and sandy soils


Why are soils generally less fertile than clayey soils?

Sandy soils are generally less fertile than clay soils because they do not hold water as well as clay soils. Clay soils are usually fertile and hold more nutrients than sandy soils.


Why clay soil are fertlie than sandy soil?

Clay soils hold more nutrients, while sandy soils quickly have their nutrients leached by rain.


Why do clay and organic soils hold nutrient better then sandy soils?

Clay and organic soils hold nutrients better then sandy soils because the sandy soils as the water drains away, the water will carry the nutrients with it. This is called leaching and the nutrients will not be available for the plants to use.


How do clay soils differ from sandy soils?

Clay soils have smaller particles and hold more water and nutrients, making them more fertile but prone to compaction. Sandy soils have larger particles, drain quickly, and don't retain much water or nutrients, making them less fertile but easier to work with.


Name three types of soil?

Clay, sandy, and loam are three common types of soil. Each type has different characteristics that affect drainage, nutrient retention, and plant growth. Clay soil has fine particles that hold water well, sandy soil has large particles that drain quickly, and loam soil is a balanced mix of sand, silt, and clay.


What kind of soli gets wamer faster?

Sandy soils warm up the soonest, clay soils the last.


What types of soils are in Alabama?

In Alabama, you can find a variety of soils such as sandy soils, clay soils, loamy soils, and peaty soils. The dominant soil types in the state include Ultisols, Alfisols, and Inceptisols. These soils vary in their characteristics and suitability for different types of crops or land uses.


How many types of soile are there?

There are 123456789


What is similarities between sand and clay soil?

Sandy soils have large grains, and are porous. Clay soils have very fine grains, so are non-porous. The only similarity is that sand and clay soils are formed by the weathering of rocks.