1.2 - Components of Soil
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Practice Questions
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What are the primary components of soil?
π‘ Hint: Recall the acronym MOSAIC.
What does humus do for the soil?
π‘ Hint: Think about how decayed material helps the soil.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which component of soil improves nutrient retention?
π‘ Hint: Remember which soil type retains water.
True or False: Humus is formed from living organisms.
π‘ Hint: Focus on the decay process.
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Assess how different soil compositions (sandy, clayey, loamy) would affect a farmerβs decision on what crops to plant.
π‘ Hint: Think about water retention and nutrient levels.
Discuss the consequences of not considering the components of soil in urban planning.
π‘ Hint: Consider potential environmental impacts.
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