Chapter

Soil Texture

From Introduction to Soil Science by Amber Anderson and Rivka Fidel

Concepts

1. Sand Silt

   "Sand is the largest fine soil particle and creates large spaces that allow rapid movement of air and water. Silt particles feel soft and flour-like, generally provide favorable plant-growth condition

2. Soil Textural

   "Textural classes group soils according to their proportions of sand, silt, and clay. These classes help predict water holding capacity, drainage, aeration, erodibility, and management concerns. A par