The ICEID or International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases is a conference for public health professionals on the subject of emerging infectious diseases. The International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases was first convened in 1998; ICEID 2006 marks its fifth occurrence.
Clay type, organic content, and soil structure also influence soil water retention. The maximum amount of water that a given soil can retain is called field capacity, whereas a soil so dry that plants cannot liberate the remaining moisture from the soil particles is said to be at wilting point.
Water and plant growth. The amount of water required by a plant depends on the type of soil used, the size of the pot, the species of the plant and the age of the plant. The type and condition of soil determines its water retention properties . Soil that has good water retention properties will require less frequent watering.