Question

    Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words. 

    The organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material

    A clay Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B alluvium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C humus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D silt Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Clay is a type of soil particle that is characterized by its small size and smooth texture. Alluvium refers to the sediment or soil that is deposited by flowing water, typically in riverbeds or floodplains. Silt is a type of soil particle that is larger than clay but smaller than sand.

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