Practice mode Soil Science

Which device measures the positive pressure potential of soil water?

Correct answer C. Piezometer

Explanation

A piezometer is an open tube inserted below the water table; the height water rises in it gives the positive pressure potential. Tensiometers measure negative matric potential in unsaturated soil.

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