topsoil that consists of partly decayed organic matter is referred to as?

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topsoil that consists of partly decayed organic matter is referred to as?

A-compost
B-litter duff
C-humus
D-loam
E-castings

2007-03-05 13:50:33 · 4 answers · asked by e3rwq q 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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C - humus

2007-03-05 13:52:50 · answer #1 · answered by Emily C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

A---compost

Compost forms naturally nearly everywhere!!! Leaves drop from trees. Grass clippings are left after mowing the lawn. Plants and animals die. Over time, these organic materials break down or decompose. The rich, dark-brown, crumbly, soil-like material that results is called compost.

2007-03-05 22:12:54 · answer #2 · answered by Diamond in the Rough 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

C-humus

2007-03-05 21:59:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

A-compost or mulch

2007-03-05 21:54:43 · answer #4 · answered by Mama 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋