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Topsoil contains organic matter (humus)

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What kinds of soil contains humus?

All soil contains some humus. If it doesn't it is not soil.


The layer of soil that contains humus is?

topsoil.


What layer of soil contains humus?

The top layer of soil, called the O horizon or organic layer, contains humus. Humus is a dark, organic material that forms as plant and animal matter decomposes. It is rich in nutrients and helps improve soil structure and fertility.


What is the layer of soil that contains the most humus and smaller rock?

The layer that contains the most humus and smaller rocks is the topsoil layer. Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil that is rich in organic matter, such as humus, and contains smaller rock particles that have undergone weathering. It is the most fertile layer of soil and is crucial for plant growth.


What component of top soil contains decayed animal matter?

humus


Which soil layer contains the least humus?

The C and R horizon


Why does soil horizon A have the most Humus?

The Fertile soil contains lots of microorganisms which decompose the complex dead bodies of animals and plants into simpler substance called Humus.


Do Podzolic soil contains much fertile humus?

podzolic do not have much fertile humus. this causes a bright brown colour.


How does the presence of the humus affect soil?

how does the presence of humus affect soil


Soil that contains nutrients for good plant growth is said to be?

i am a little primary girl answering this the answer is humus


Organic matter in soil is also called .?

The formation of complex organic matter in soil is called Humus


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.