Soil moisture and percolation definitions

Soil moisture is the water stored in the soil and is affected by precipitation, temperature, soil characteristics, and more. These same factors help determine the type of biome present, and the suitability of land for growing crops.

Percolation rate of water in soil:  The phenomenon of absorption of water by soil is termed as percolation. The rate of absorption is different for different types of soils. The rate of absorption of a soil depends on its composition. A soil with more percolation rate can hold water for longer time. On the other hand a soil with poor percolation rate will hold water for longer time. Percolation rate helps in selection of suitable soil for crop growth.

Percolation rate can be calculated by using the below formula.
Percolation rate = Amount of water (ml)/ Percolation time (min)