The Shrink-swell capacity of
Problems
Due to the nature of clay, clay groups with a high shrink-swell capacity tend to damage crops during dry spells, as the soil expansion pulls roots apart. [Nagel, David. "Soil Science for Vegetable Producers." MSU: Coordinated Access to the Research and Extension System. 2001. Mississippi State U. 6 July 2008
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