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A) Out of three soil types tested (Sand, Greenhouse Mix, and Field Soil), which would be expected to have the highest and which would have the lowest organic matter content? Why?
B) Knowing what you do about soil physical and chemical properties, which of the three soil types do you think would be the best for plant growth in a natural environment? Why?
C) Why is knowing the organic matter content of the soil important to a researcher in soil science? Why is it important to a manager (e.g. a farmer or silviculturalist)?
A) The highest organic matter found in Greenhouse Mix soil due to the water holding capacity is higher in this soil as well as it is airy while Sand soil contains the lowest organic matter due to the lowest water holding capacity in this soil.
B) Greenhouse Mix soil is best for plant growth in a natural environment due to the following reasons:
C) It gives a deep understanding of the properties of soil and makes the researcher well aware of it. Organic matter content helps to determine the nutrient level in soil which is helpful for the plant production and it is important to a manager because this will provide better production and they can earn more money by their production.