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State whether the following statement is true or false. Sandy soil has low capacity for holding water. - General Science

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Question

State whether the following statement is true or false.

Sandy soil has low capacity for holding water.

Options

  • True

  • False

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True or False
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Solution

This statement is True.

Explanation:

Sand soils have bigger particles and more pore space between them, which facilitates rapid water drainage. Sand-filled soils tend to lose water more quickly and, hence, dry up more quickly.

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Chapter 3: Properties of Natural Resources - Exercise [Page 25]

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Balbharati General Science [English] Standard 7 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Properties of Natural Resources
Exercise | Q 5.1 | Page 25
Balbharati General Science Integrated [English] Standard 7 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Properties of Natural Resources
Exercise | Q 5. (a) | Page 98
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