Practice mode Soil Science

What term describes a soil’s resistance to mechanical stress or manipulation at different moisture contents?

Correct answer B. Soil consistence

Explanation

Soil consistence describes how soil behaves when pressed or worked, such as loose, friable, firm, sticky or plastic, and changes with moisture content because water alters cohesion and adhesion.

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