Question

What is sandy soil

Answer 1

When the percentage of sand is high in a specific soil than it is called sandy soil. It has the largest particle among different soil particles. Sandy soil is also known as “Light soil”. Generally, sandy soil is composed of- 35% sand and less than 15% silt and clay. Primarily sand is the small pieces of eroded rocks with a gritty texture. In sandy soil, most of the soil particulars are bigger than 2mm in diameter.

Uses of Sandy Soil

The uses of sandy soil in different sectors are numerous. Followings are the uses of sandy soil:

• Agricultural need.
• Easy drainage
• Construction
• Foundation
• Beauty
• Frictional properties
• Low settlements
• Changing pH