Soils high in organic matter commonly hold more available water than comparable soils with lower organic matter levels. This is most likely due to what characteristics of the high O.M. soils?
A) higher capacity of the O.M. to hold water tightly
B) lower permanent wilting percentage
C) higher clay content
D) higher field capacity
E) larger micro pore space
D
You might also like to view...
What is the typical center-to-center spacing of resilient channels?
What will be an ideal response?
Bushings are bearings that take radial loads.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following statements concerning applications or capabilities of soil moisture measuring devices is (are) true for the tensiometer?
A) requires "destructive sampling" for each measurement B) good to turn on automatic irrigation at -50 kPa C) used to turn on irrigation when soil moisture potential reaches -200 kPa D) would give the same reading for both a loamy sand and a silt loam if both contained 15% moisture E) both A and D
Assistive or ____________________ technology refers to products, devices, or equipment that are used to maintain, increase, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).