Particle Size Analysis (Hydrometer Method)
Results are reported as percentages of the mineral fraction, % sand, % silt, and % clay. Soil texture is based on the USDA textural triangle. (see chart below) 11. References 11.1 Bouyoucos, G.J. 1962. Hydrometer method improved for making particle size analysis of soils. Agron. J. 54:464-465. Textural Triangle
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