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Sandy soil is not suitable for cultivation Explain why?

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Soils such as sand and clay are not suitable for growing crops. Sandy soil loses water at a high rate leading to a low level of water retention that is unsuitable for plant growth. Clay soil holds too much water leading to water logging.
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