Soil at the shore of Lake Erie in Pennsylvania has a high sand and gravel content. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of soil?

A) extreme acidity

B) rapid water drainage

C) extensive producer biomass

D) significant depth before hitting bedrock

rapid water drainage

Explanation:

These are example of granular (sand and gravel) soils. They are more permeable to water, and therefore can not retain water molecules. They are non-cohesive soil, with high strength and capacity to withstand slope.

High acidity is not a characteristic feature of soil with sand and gravel. In addition, such soil lacks biomass therefore can not support plant growth. The soil type is not a yardstick to determine the dept of soil type. Consequently, rapid water loss due to porosity is the best option.