What is the percentage water content of soil sample which weighed 180g when fresh and 120g when oven-dried?
20.14%
25.00%
33.33%
60.00%
Correct answer is C
Mass of fresh soil = 180g
Mass of over dried soil = 120g
Mass of water = 180g - 120g = 60g
% of Water = 60g/18og x 100
= 1/3 x 100 = 33.33%