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Clay soil is one comprised of soil particles that are extremely fine (0.02mm in diameter). The particles are extremly closely packed, which does not allow much "pore space" with in the soil - making it generally anearobic in nature.
As the particles are very small the clay has a high surface area and can retain a lot of water when wet; on the flip side once it dried out it bakes hard and is difficult to rehydrate. Clay soils also shrink in volume when they dry.
Most plants will not grow in heavy clay soils which the exception of some (roses and grapes) which thrive in them.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 15y agoClay loam soil would have more clay then a typical loam type soil. Loam soil is composed of sand, silt, humus, and clay in about an even concentration of each.40-40-40-10% respectively Clay loam soil is soil that has up to 25% clay, 30 to 50% silt, and the rest sand.
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∙ 12y agoSandy clay loam (SCL) is a soil texture. A soil texture is a specific mixture of sand, silt and clay particles.
SCL can have 74 to 80% sand and 20 to 35% clay. See the link on soil texture for more.
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∙ 11y agosilty clay loam is a substance made of mostly silt alittle clay and a little loam
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∙ 13y agoLoam consists of a mixture of sand, clay, and decaying organic materials such as rotted leaves and vegetation.
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∙ 13y agoIt is soil that is mud like harden over. This soil is difficult to work with, and hard to dig.
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∙ 15y agoClay soil is a mineral soil, yes.
All soils contain minerals.
Clay soil is a dense soil, and loam is a looser, lighter soil with more air space and composted plant matter in it.
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∙ 14y agoLoam is a type of soil which nobody can make out. Maybe your backyard is filled with loam but you will not understand it is loam.
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How are sediments classified?
depthcolortexturestructurechemical compositioncertain diagnostics of horizoncombinations ofa] thicknessb] colorc] chemistryd] texturelocationsize of grain
What is the common name of sampaguita?
Sampaguita can be grown in different types of soil. It can grow perfectly from a sandy-loam to a well-drained clay-loam type of soil.
How is the land in the Blue Ridge?
The land is a mix of sandy loam (blend of clay, sand, and organic matter) and clay. The blue ridge has the highest erosion rate in Georgia. The blue ridge is also considered to be the most beautiful, scenic region in Georgia.
What soil do mango need to grow?
Sandy loam soil is good for mango.
What type of soil has the most humas?
Sandy loam with plenty of organic matter
What are the 15 types of soil?
Sandy soil , loamy sand , sandy loam , meduim loam , sand clay loam , silt loam , clay , sandy clay , clay loam , silt clay loam , silty clay loam , silty clay , sily , peat moss , chalk soil and limestone soil by Katie h n Katie d
Which of the following is considered the best clay soil loam soil or sandy soils?
loam
is loam sandy soil or clay soil best for plant growth?
Loam soil is better
What are the types of soil?
Clay soil, Sandy soil, Loam soil.
'How do you take care of sandy clay loam soil'?
watch your watering
Is sandy clay loam soil good for growing maize?
yes
What is the size of loam soil?
There are many different types of loam soils, each with slightly different characteristics, and with some draining liquids more efficiently than others. Different proportions of sand, silt, and clay give rise to types of loam soils: sandy loam, silty loam, clay loam, sandy clay loam, silty clay loam, and loam.[1] A soil dominated by one or two of the three particle size groups can behave like loam if it has a strong granular structure, promoted by a high content of organic matter.
What the three basic textures that soil can have?
Clay, loam (containing a mixture of clay, sand and humus), and sandy.
What soil needs liming most sandy loam loam silt loam or clay loam?
any soil can be acidic to a point where lime is necessary. the difference in soil textures relates to how much lime is needed. ie a sandy loam would need less lime to get the same results that a lot of lime would do in a clay loam. check you soil pH first
How are sediments classified?
depthcolortexturestructurechemical compositioncertain diagnostics of horizoncombinations ofa] thicknessb] colorc] chemistryd] texturelocationsize of grain
What type of soil is finer than sand but coanser than clay?
Sandy loam
Why do nematodes affect plants in sandy soil more than clay or loam?
Drainage is a reason why nematodes affect plants is sandy soil more than in clay or loam. Clay or loam may end up retaining too much water for the roundworms in question. Infiltration and percolation of water tends to be faster and non-saturating in sandy soils, which offer a drier environment, which adult nematodes prefer for ensuring the next generation's sustainability.
