Which of the following terms related to soil consistence is correctly paired?
A)friable - easily pulverized
B)plasticity - inorganic polymer such as plastic
C)indurated - weakly cemented
D)moist soil - brittle and rigid
E)wet soil - one half field capacity

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Friable soil is easily crumbled or pulverized, indicating a loose and crumbly consistency that is easy to work with.

Answer: B
 Plasticity refers to a soil's ability to be molded or shaped without breaking, indicating a slightly cohesive consistency that can hold its shape.

Answer: C
 Indurated soil is hard and compacted, indicating a dense and cemented consistency that is difficult to work with.

Answer: E
 Wet soil refers to a soil that is saturated with water and holding the maximum amount of water it can, indicating a very soft and malleable consistency.

Which of the Following Terms Related to Soil Consistence Is