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What term is usually used to refer to the proportions of sand silt and clay in a sample of soil?
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∙ 15y ago
This is called the soil 'texture." There are sandy soils, clay soils, and well-balanced soil (with a mix of sand, clay/silt particles and organic material like compost) is usually referred to as "loam."
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The relative proportions of the various sizes of particles (silt, sand and clay) in a soil. Source: biologyonline.org
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What determines soil texture'?
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What is the rock that clay comes from?
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What is roman brick made from?
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