IF a collected soil sample was classified as silty clay loamusing the Soil Analysis Chart (Figure...

IF a collected soil sample was classified as silty clay loamusing the Soil Analysis Chart (Figure 2 in the experiment description document), what properties would you expect in the sample? (You should mention properties such as the color, porosity, and potential nutrient availability of the soil).

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Silty clay loam is any soil that contains 50 to 80% silt, 27 to 30% clay and less than 20% sand. The texture of such a soil exhibits plasticity which is derived from the clay which coats the granular fraction. Loam soils usually contain more moisture, nutrients, and humus than the sandy soils. The soil pH is slightly acidic and the potential nutrient status is usually good. Loam is considered quite ideal for agricultural and gardening purposes because it retains the nutrients well and also retains much of the water while still allowing the excess water to drain away. Such soil is found in a majority of the successful farms in many regions around the world that are known for their fertile land.

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