Question: What is the size of the clay particle according to the USDA
Options:
2
<0.1
<0.002
0.002-0.02
🔑Key PointsÂ
According to USDA diameter of clay particles is 2.0
Gravel
According to USDA diameter of clay particles is 2.0
Gravel
2.0
Very coarse sand
 0.5-  1.0
Coarse sand
0.25-0.5
Medium sand
0.10- 0.25
Fine sand
0.05- 0.10
Very fine sand
0.002- 0.05
Silt
<0.002
Clay
🛑Additional Information
Particle Size Distribution: Measurement Techniques
There is a wide range of instrumental and other methods of particle size analysis available. Some of the more common methods are:
1. Sieve Analysis
2. Sedimentation Methods
3.Elutriation Techniques
4. Microscopic Sizing and Image Analysis
5. Electrical Impedance Method
6. Laser Diffraction Methods