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What are the constitutes of loamy soil?


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Loamy soil:

  1. Loamy soil is a mixture of sand, clay and silt, such that the beneficial properties of each are included.
  2. Besides these particles, the loamy soil contains humus in it.
  3. This soil has good water holding capacity for the growth of plants.
  4. For instance, it has the ability to retain moisture and nutrients; hence, it is more suitable for farming.


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