Water is held to soil particles against the pull of gravity by:
A)magnetism
B)Coriolis effect
C)capillary tension
D)density currents

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Capillary action or capillary tension is the phenomenon responsible for the ability of water to be held to soil particles against the pull of gravity. This is due to the cohesive and adhesive nature of water molecules and the small spaces between soil particles which allow for capillary action to occur. Choices A, B, and D are not relevant to this process.

Water Is Held to Soil Particles Against the Pull of Gravity