Percolation rate of water is least in :

Sandy soil

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Clay soil

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Loamy soil

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Bricks

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Solution

The correct option is C Clay soil
Percolation refers to the process of a liquid slowly passing through a filter. So, filtration of water is least in clay soil due to its small particle size.

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