Jonathan used the following soil triangle to identify a sample of soil as sandy clay.

Explain the characteristics of this soil sample that likely allowed Jonathan to make this identification. Include particle size and texture in your response.

Jonathan used the following soil triangle to identify a sample of soil as sandy clay Explain the characteristics of this soil sample that likely allowed Jonatha class=

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Soil texture is a classification instrument used both in the field and laboratory to determine soil classes based on their physical texture. Soil texture can be determined using qualitative methods such as texture by feel, and quantitative methods such as the hydrometer method.
 soil like sandy clay has the following characteristics:
 80% to 45% of Sand
 20% to 35% Clay
 0% to 28% of Silt