Practice mode Soil Science

Water that fills the large soil pores and readily drains downward under gravity, being in excess of field capacity, is known as what?

Correct answer B. Gravitational water

Explanation

Gravitational water is the water held above field capacity in macropores. It drains away within a day or two under gravity and is not retained for plant use.

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