Fill up the following table: Types of soil Characteristics Uses 1 . 2 . 3 .

Types of soil Characteristics Uses 1. Clayey soil It is smooth and soft to touch. The particles of such soil are very small and can hold a lot of water in it. It is kneaded and shaped into toys and pots and then baked at high temperatures to make it hard. 2. Sandy soil It is mostly made of rough sand particles. They are large and water easily passes through them. It is used to make cement and glass. 3. Loamy soil It is a mixture of sandy and clayey soil. It holds some amount of water and excess seeps underground. It is best for the growth of plants because this soil is airy allowing the roots of the plants to breathe. This type of soil is also rich in humus content.

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Give two points of difference between clayey soil and loamy soil?

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