Question

The Hazleton soil is a widespread soil found in many parts of Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. This soil has significant amounts of sand, silt, and clay particles.
Based on its composition, the Hazleton soil can be classified as _______.

A: loess
B: loam
C: humus
D: parent material

Answer 1

Its loam 


loamlōm/nouna soil with roughly equal proportions of sand, silt, and clay.

Answer 2

Answer: Loam soil

Explanation: Loam soil is composed of sand, clay and silt particles. The loamy soils generally contains more nutrients, moisture and humus.

It is considered healthy and have better drainage and infiltration of water and air.

There are different types of loamy soil found based on the geographical area. It is suitable for growing vegetables.