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Soil organisms that turn dead organic matter into humus are called decomposers.
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Soil organisms that turn dead organic matter into humus are called?
Decomposers
What controls the concentrations of organic matter in soils?
Soil micro-organisms control the concentration of organic matter in the soil. Thus, fertile soils are full of soil humus and micro-organisms.
Why is the decomposition of dead organisms important for soil formation?
Decomposition of dead organisms adds organic matter, or humus, to the soil; humus is necessary to support plant growth.
Why is soil formation important?
Decomposition of dead organisms adds organic matter, or humus, to the soil; humus is necessary to support plant growth.
Organic matter in soil is also called .?
The formation of complex organic matter in soil is called Humus
What is organic matter in soil.?
it is humus
What is another term for decayed organic matter?
it is humus
Decaying organic matter in soil?
humus
What is soil that contains humus?
Topsoil contains organic matter (humus)
What is the dark organic material that forms in soil as plant and animal matter decays?
HUMUS !:)
How does soil from?
Soil is formed by weathered rocks and humus (organic matter)
Is humus a type of soil?
Of course it does! Humus is made of dead stuff and orginc matter and this helps the soil add more nutrients.
