Question

    Which type of soil water, characterized by occupying larger pores and moving readily under gravity, might contribute to reduced aeration in the soil if present in excess?

    A Capillary water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hygroscopic water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Gravitational water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Available water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Superfluous water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Excess gravitational water, primarily occupying larger pores, can reduce aeration in the soil, impacting root respiration and soil microbial activities.

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