In coarse textured soils:

Correct answer: C. Pore frequency is low

  • A. There is no soil air
  • B. Water retaining capacity is high
  • C. Pore frequency is low
  • D. Pore space is narrow

Explanation

Coarse-textured soils contain relatively few but large pores, so their pore frequency is low even though their total pores are wide. They drain rapidly and therefore have low water-retaining capacity.

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