GATE Agricultural Engineering Practice Quiz

Question 1

Which soil separate has particle size between 0.05 mm and 2.0 mm in the USDA soil textural system?

Accepted Answer

Sand

Question 2

A soil contains 10% sand, 20% silt, and 70% clay. According to the USDA textural triangle, what is its textural class?

Accepted Answer

Clay

Question 3

A soil has 55% silt, 25% clay, and 20% sand. What is its USDA textural class?

Accepted Answer

Silty clay loam

Question 4

A soil contains 60% sand, 30% silt, and 10% clay. Which textural class does it belong to?

Accepted Answer

Sandy loam

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