HTML University

Science Dept.

Geology and Soils GEO 100 Notes
Soil Water

Complete Notes Will Be Posted Before The End Of April!

1. Types of Water Associated With the Soil
   1. Gravitational Water

   2. Capillary Water

   3. Hygroscopic Water

2. Soil Moisture Constants
   1. Soil Saturation

   2. Field Capacity

   3. Wilting Point or Percentage

   4. Hygroscopic Percentage

   5. Oven Dryness

3. Water Requirements

4. Soil Moisture

5. Factors Affecting Soil-Water Holding Capacity

6. Movement of Water in Soils

7. Soil Water Management