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What is being defined below? a dark, organic material composed of partly decayed leaves and plants that adds nutrients and water-retaining ability to soil

a. humus
b. deciduous
c. top soil
d. coniferous

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humus..it's the uppermost part of the would with decayed materials and organic matter..n nutrients.. blah blah..ur answer is (A)
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Answer: Humus

Explanation:

The humus of the soil can be defined as the partially digested soil which is composed of fertile material.

This adds nutrients to the soil that helps in the growth of the plants. The humus consists of the partially digested leaf material, animal fecal matter, dead and decaying materials.

These substances helps in water retention which helps in the improving the quality of soil so that the plants can grow better.

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