Please choose the correct answer to the question: The composition of soil influences the soil's ability to retain and transmit water and air. What soil type would be best for planting a productive garden?

Answer1: Sandy soils because they provide high silica content. Answer2: Loamy soils because they contain sand and clay. Answer3: Slightly rocky soils because they provide needed minerals. Answer4: Clay soils because they are heavy soils and retain water.

Answer format: answer1/answer2/answer3/answer4