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    Ravi took 100 gms each of three different soils P, Q and R in three identical troughs each with a hole at the base. He poured water (20 mL) over these three soils and collected the water dripping from the trough holes in similar graduated beakers X, Y and Z respectively for soils P, Q and R. His readings were as follows:
    Beaker X Beaker Y Beaker Z
    8 mL 12 mL     12 mL
    Now, select the soil that is most suitable for pottery.

    A)  P                                

    B)         R           

    C)         Q                               

    D)                     None of these

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    The soil that allows the least amount of water to seep down is clayey soil and clayey soil is the most suitable for pottery.


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