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12/08/2009
composed of leaves, grass and other organic matter
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How does the presence of humus affect the soil?
how does the presence of humus affect soil
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What kinds of soil contains humus?
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Which layer of soil has the most humus?
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How many layers of soil?
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What does humus provide that plants need?
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Why is most humus in the top part of the soil?
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What is the layer of soil that contains humus?
I think the topsoil and ground level contain humus.
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