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QUESTIONS 



1. In which soil was percolation the most rapid ? The slowest ? 



2. Will a soil that is coarse and sandy absorb rain rapidly ? 

 Will it hold the water well ? 



3. Which soil would be the best farm soil ? Give your reasons. 



4. Would plant roots, earthworms, molds, and other animals 

 help water to percolate in loam and clay soil ? 



5. Would alfalfa be a good crop to plant on loam or clay soil to 

 assist percolation ? 



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