In an experiment to determine the percentage of air in a soil sample, the following...

BIOLOGY
JAMB 2008

In an experiment to determine the percentage of air in a soil sample, the following readings were recorded:

volume of water in measuring cylinder = 500 cm^3

volume of soil added to water = 350 cm^3

volume of water and soil after stirring = 800 cm^3

the percentage of air in the soil sample is

  • A. 6.25%
  • B. 10.36%
  • C. 14.28%
  • D. 43.28%

Correct Answer: A. 6.25%



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