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Soil water in excess of hygroscopic and capillary water which moves downward through the soil by the force of gravity is called______________?
Correct answer: C. Gravitational water
- A. Capillary water
- B. sub-surface water
- C. Gravitational water
- D. Run off water
Explanation
Gravitational water occupies larger soil pores after rainfall or irrigation and moves downward under gravity. Capillary and hygroscopic water are held more tightly by soil particles and do not drain in this way.
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