The ability for a plant's roots to obtain nutrients and oxygen from the soil is partly determined by a soil's texture. Texture describes which of the following soil components?

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Soil texture refers to the proportions of gravel, sand, clay, and silt in the soil. The relative amounts of these components affect properties such as water holding capacity, nutrient availability, and aeration, which in turn affect a plant's ability to obtain necessary resources from the soil.

The Ability for a Plant's Roots to Obtain Nutrients and Oxygen