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Which groundwater term describes the maximum amount of water soil can hold against gravity?

A. Field capacity

B. Specific retention

C. Porosity

D. Saturation index

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Specific retention is the water held in soil pores by molecular attraction and not available for drainage.

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