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What can hold more water clay or sand?
I would think clay because it has more density water would go right through sand :)
What holds more water sand silt or clay?
Clay holds more water than sand and silt. Clay particles are smaller and create a denser structure that can hold water more effectively than the larger particles of sand and silt.
Why is a lake with a clay bottom able to hold more than a lake with a sand bottom?
Because clay is harder and if you put water on sand then it will just sink in. Tehehehe
What type of soil can hold more water?
non porus clay-like soil
Can sand hold the water better than the clay?
Clay is very made up of very small tightly fitting particles and is non-porous and does not absorb water, which is why it is used to make pottery and ceramics. Sand is larger particles and can absorb large quantities of water.
if it rains a lot which is more likely to flood sand or clay soil?
Clay soil is more likely to flood than sand because clay soil has smaller particles and can hold more water. This means that it can become waterlogged quickly during heavy rain, leading to flooding. Sand, with its larger particles, drains water more easily and is less likely to flood.
Why does Clay absorb water better than topsoil and Sand?
Clay has a higher surface area and increased binding capacity, allowing it to hold more water than topsoil and sand. The small particle size and microscopic pores in clay soil help to retain water through adhesion and cohesion forces, making it more effective at absorbing water. Sand, on the other hand, has larger particles and gaps between them, leading to less water retention capability compared to clay.
What holds more water clay or sand?
sand
Which absorbs water more sand or clay?
Sand, because there is more space between the particles.
Does sand retain more waterthan clay or compost?
No, because the particles of sand are fairly large so are the spaces between them for water to drain so sand doesn't retain much water at all. Clay are very tiny particles which fit closely together and don't allow much room for water to pass between them and so clay holds water very well. Compost also holds water very well but for a different reason. The organic material in compost absorbs water and holds onto it. That is one reason why people put it around the plants in their gardens, to retain water.
Why does clay soil retain more water than loam and sand?
Clay soil has smaller particles, which create more surface area for water molecules to adhere to. This allows clay soil to retain water better than loam and sand, which have larger particles with less surface area for water retention. Additionally, the small particles in clay soil can hold water tightly due to their structure and composition.
What is more permeable sand or clay?
Sand is far and away more permeable than clay. Water poured into sand disappears in moments. Clay layers in the earth can effectively block the penetration of moisture. Big time.
