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The Percolation Rate of Soil

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Holding capacity is highest in

A

Clay soil

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Loam soil

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Silt soil

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Sandy soil

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Solution

The correct option is A Clay soil
Clay has smallest size soil particles, which discourages water percolation because tiny clay particles obstruct water movement. Clay also has very less aeration, because water displaces air between the spaces of clay particles.

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