WAEC Biology
Soil permeability refers to
a.
how easily water passes through the soil
b.
the proportion of air in the soil
c.
the proportion of water the soil holds
d.
how well water rises up the soil
Correct answer: A
The permeability of a soil sample refers to how easy it is for water to flow downward through that sample of soil. Sandy soil is the most permeable while clay soil is the least permeable.