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Which is the most appropriate method to measure soil tilth?

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Tilth is about soil structure, so think about which test studies aggregates.
  • Chemical analysis
  • Aggregate analysis
  • Biological analysis
  • Observational analysis
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The Correct Option is B

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Tilth is a purely physical, structural quality of soil, so start by ruling out the tests that do not look at soil structure. A chemical analysis reports nutrient levels and pH, which says nothing about how crumbly or workable the soil is. A biological analysis reports microbial or earthworm activity, again unrelated to soil structure. An observational analysis is too subjective and not a standard measurement technique. What is left is aggregate analysis, which studies the size distribution and stability of soil aggregates through sieving, and this directly reflects soil tilth. \[\boxed{\text{Aggregate analysis}}\]
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