Which of the following contains the smallest rock particles?

Silt

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Clay

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Sand

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All contain equal sized particles

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Solution

The correct option is B Clay
Clay soil particles are very small, packed very tightly and little space remain for air, water can be held in tiny space between the particles, so it has a good capacity to hold water. Thus, the correct option is C.

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