Colloidal Properties Are Exhibited by the ___ Fraction of Soils

question 13

Multiple Choice

Colloidal properties are exhibited by the ___ fraction of soils.

• A)gravel
• B)sand
• C)silt
• D)clay

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Definitions:

Tertiary Bronchus

The tertiary bronchus, also known as the segmental bronchus, branches off the secondary bronchus in the lung and serves specific lung segments.

Bronchiole

One of the finer subdivisions of the bronchial tubes, less than 1 mm in diameter; has no cartilage in its wall but does have relatively more smooth muscle and elastic fibers.

Segmental Bronchus

Branches of the bronchial tree that supply air to specific segments of the lung, ensuring efficient gas exchange.

Respiratory Zone

The region of the lungs where gas exchange between air and blood takes place, mainly comprising the alveoli and alveolar ducts.