Correct option (a) texture
Explanation:
Soil particles determine its texture. The behaviour of water in the ground is influenced by the type of soil present. Soils are classified according to their particle size as follows:
(i) Gravel - 2 mm - 75 mm
(ii) Sand - 0.05 mm - 2 mm
(iii) Silt - 0.002 mm - 0.05 mm
(iv) Clay - less than 0.002 mm