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List the differences between clayey soil and sandy soil.
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Solution
| Clayey soil | Sandy soil |
| The proportion of fine particles is higher | The proportion of large particles is higher |
| Particles are packed tightly. | Particles are loosely packed. |
| It can hold good amount of water. | It's ability to retain water is low |
| Water cannot drain quickly. | Water can drain quickly. |
| It is heavy in weight. | It is light in weight. |
| Less air is trapped between the particles | More air is trapped between the particles |
| It is rich in humus. | It is not rich in humus. |
| Good for growing various crops | Not suitable for growing crops. |
| It is fertile. | It is not fertile. |
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