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What is the percentage water content of soil sample which weighed 180g when fresh and...

Agricultural Science
JAMB 2021

What is the percentage water content of soil sample which weighed 180g when fresh and 120g when oven-dried?

  • A. 20.14%
  • B. 25.00%
  • C. 33.33%
  • D. 60.00%
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

Mass of fresh soil = 180g
Mass of over dried soil = 120g
Mass of water = 180g - 120g = 60g
 

% of Water = \(\frac{60g}{18og}\)  x 100

= \(\frac{1}{3}\) x 100 = 33.33%


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