Question

Which of the following best approximates the percentages of sand, clay, and silt in a sandy loam? Use the soil texture table below to answer.
Select one:
a.
Sand 40
Clay 30
Silt 30

b.
Sand 60
Clay 10
Silt 30

c.
Sand 25
Clay 15
Silt 60

d.
Sand 20
Clay 60
Silt 20

Answer 1

The answer is b. 
Sand 60
Clay 10
Silt 30
Sandy loam should be dominated by the sand. As the amount of sand increaed, the amount of slit needed to anchor the plants' roots to the sand will also be increased. Even though the amount is very little, 10% part of clay is still necessary for proper oxidation.