In contrast, sandy soils have larger particles with less surface area, retaining fewer nutrients and less organic matter. (sciencedaily.com)
A bowl with less surface area will reduce the evaporation rate as well, so use a bowl that is narrow, but deep. (feralcatfocus.org)
Maximum warming occurs over the surface during winter while less surface warming is found in summer when heat is being used to melt sea ice. (skepticalscience.com)