Which of the following statements is INCORRECT? O Sorptivity is a parameter in Philip's equation that is a function of the soil suction potential and hydraulic conductivity.

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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
O Sorptivity is a parameter in Philip's equation that is a function of
the soil suction potential and hydraulic conductivity.
O Swelling of soil can reduce the effective surface porosity.
O None of the choices
O The proportions of the solid particles in the soil determine the
soil texture.
O A substantial fraction of water in the soil can be held within
smaller than larger particles.
Transcribed Image Text:Which of the following statements is INCORRECT? O Sorptivity is a parameter in Philip's equation that is a function of the soil suction potential and hydraulic conductivity. O Swelling of soil can reduce the effective surface porosity. O None of the choices O The proportions of the solid particles in the soil determine the soil texture. O A substantial fraction of water in the soil can be held within smaller than larger particles.
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