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In which area is the topsoil most likely to be thickest?

Topsoil naturally builds up over long periods, but can be blown or washed away. Areas with deeper topsoil are not subject to these types of erosion, and may have a very long history of vegetation (such as centuries of forest cover) which has caused the buildup, or be in an area that catches a lot of wind or water borne soil.


Compare and contrast the subsoil of the three types of soil?

Sand: Subsoil of sand is typically coarse and does not retain water well, leading to poor nutrient retention. Silt: Subsoil of silt is fine-textured and holds water better than sand, but can still be prone to compaction and drainage issues. Clay: Subsoil of clay is heavy and holds water and nutrients well, but can become waterlogged and difficult to cultivate when too wet.


Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of rock igneous sedimentary metamorphic magma?

When magma is cooled and hardened, it is an igneous rock. That being said, there's only three left and those three are the three types of rocks. Igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary.


How many types of soil in the world?

There are generally three main types of soil: sand, silt, and clay. These three types can also combine to form loam soil, which is considered ideal for gardening and agriculture.


What is sub soil water?

Subsoil water is water that is located below the uppermost soil layer, known as topsoil, in the ground. It is found in the layer of soil beneath the topsoil and contributes to groundwater recharge. Subsoil water is essential for sustaining plant growth and maintaining soil moisture levels.

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