which soils are prone to erosion
Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Soils most susceptible to erosion are those with the largest amount of medium (silt)-size particles. Clay and sandy soils are less prone to erosion. 4) Ground slope â its combined length, grade, and surface quality (rough or smooth) â affects erodibility. The longer the slope, the steeper the grade, and the smoother the surface, the larger is the potential for erosion.