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Glossary

Self - Check Questions

Test your knowledge of the contents of Section 6 by thinking about whether these statements are true or false.

For each false statement, think of a correction to make it true.

1. The three basic types of soil are sand, silt and humus.

False. The three basic types of soil are sand, silt and clay.

2. Sandy soil consists of the biggest particles and does not retain moisture very well.

True.

3. Peaty soil contains the fewest nutrients of any other type of soil.

True.

4. The main ingredients of potting soils are peat moss, perlite or vermiculite/sand and aged composted products.

True.

5. Perlite and vermiculite are used primarily as plant nutrients.

False. Perlite and vermiculite are used primarily to improve air space in soil and retain moisture.

6. Compost is a minor ingredient of any potting soil because it is low in nutrients.

False. Compost is a major ingredient of potting soil because it holds water well and provides nutrients.

7. Crushed animal bones are a rich form of inorganic fertilizer.

False. Crushed animal bones (bonemeal) form an organic fertilizer high in phosphorous content.