Multiple choice

The downward movement of water through soil due to gravitational force is called

  1. Absorption

  2. Percolation

  3. Moisture

  4. Osmosis
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Explanation

Percolation refers to the downward movement of water through soil under the force of gravity. This process determines how quickly water drains through soil and affects water availability to plant roots. Absorption refers to water uptake by plant roots, moisture is static water content, and osmosis is cellular water movement across membranes.

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