Which of the following is considered the smallest rock particle found in soil?
A)clay
B)silt
C)sand
D)humus
E)subsoil

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Clay particles are generally considered to be the smallest rock particles found in soil, with a diameter of less than 0.002 mm. Silt particles have a diameter between 0.002-0.05 mm, while sand particles range from 0.05-2 mm. Humus refers to the organic matter in soil, and subsoil is the layer of soil beneath the topsoil.

Which of the Following Is Considered the Smallest Rock Particle