Question

A student added a soil sample to a clear glass container, and then added 10 mL of water to the container. The water ran completely through the soil and pooled at the bottom of the container. The soil appeared to have small light-colored grains. Which of the following BEST describes the soil in the container?

Answer 1

The soil in the container seems to be sandy or sandy loam.The fact that the water ran completely through the soil and pooled at the bottom suggests that it has good drainage, a characteristic commonly associated with sandy soils. Additionally, the presence of small, light-colored grains further indicates a sandy texture.