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The use of tensiometer is confined up to matric potential of

A. 0 to 0.8 bar

B. 0 to 0.6 bar

C. 0 to 0.4 bar

D. 0 to 0.2 bar

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Tensiometer is a device to measure the water tension of soil. It consists of a cylindrical pipe about one inch in diameter with a porous ceramic cup attached to one end and a vaccum gauge attached to the other. It works in the range from 0 to 0.8 bar. Tensiometers are very convenient to schedule irrigation.

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