In which of the following soil types, the proportion of fine particles are relatively higher than big particles?

Clay soil

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Sandy soil

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Black soil

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Loamy soil

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Solution

The correct option is B Clay soil
If soil contains a greater proportion of big particles it is called sandy soil.
If the proportion of fine particles is relatively higher, then it is called clayey soil. Clay soil particle size is very minute; extremely fine particles (0.002nm−0.05nm diameter).
If the amount of large and fine particles is about the same, then the soil is called loamy.
Hence, option A is correct.

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