Question

Which among the following options correctly represents the percolation rate for a sample of soil?

• A. $\frac{\text{Amount of water (mL)}}{\text{Percolation time (min)}}$
• B. $\frac{\text{Percolation time (min)}}{\text{Amount of water (mL)}}$
• C. $\frac{\text{Amount of water (mL)}}{\text{Mass of soil (kg)}}$
• D. $\frac{\text{Amount of soil(kg)}}{\text{Percolation time (min)}}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{\text{Amount of water (mL)}}{\text{Percolation time (min)}}$

Percolation rate is a measure of the water retention capacity of a soil sample. It is measured as:

Percolation rate (mL/min) = $\frac{\text{Amount of water (mL)}}{\text{Percolation time (min)}}$