The amount of soil water associated with the wilting point of clay is greater than associated with sand and loam.

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Clay soil has a higher water-holding capacity than sand and loam soils due to its smaller particle size and high surface area, which allows it to hold onto more water. Therefore, the wilting point of clay soil is reached at a higher soil water content than sand and loam soils.

The Amount of Soil Water Associated with the Wilting Point