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When soil is labeled as "rich", it means it has plenty of organic material which provides the nutrients to support healthy plant growth. Plants don't do well in poor soil - nutrients must be added to it if they are to thrive.

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Why is soil so valuable?

Soil is valuable because it plays a critical role in supporting plant growth by providing nutrients, water, and structural support. It also acts as a habitat for billions of microorganisms that are essential for nutrient cycling and soil health. Additionally, soil helps to regulate the Earth's climate by storing carbon and water.


Why is the soil beneath the everglades so rich in organic material?

The soil in the Everglades is rich in organic material because of the slow decomposition of plant matter due to the waterlogged conditions in the marshland. The slow decomposition process allows organic material to accumulate, leading to the formation of nutrient-rich peat soil.


Is soil in Pennsylvania rich?

Yes, Pennsylvania soils can be rich in nutrients, especially in the southeastern part of the state. Factors such as the geology, climate, and history of land use can influence soil fertility. Conducting a soil test would provide a more accurate assessment of the nutrient levels in a specific area.


Why can rich soil be considered a non renewable resource?

Rich soil can be considered a non-renewable resource because it can take hundreds to thousands of years to form through natural processes such as weathering and organic matter decomposition. Human activities like deforestation, intensive agriculture, and urbanization can degrade or deplete rich soil faster than it can be replenished, making it non-renewable on a human timescale.


How do lava and ash make soil?

When lava and ash cool down it can decompose making soil. Most of the time it is very black because it is so rich and fertile. That is why the people on Hawaii live so close to a volcano, for the rich soil.

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The minerals being absorbed by the potatoes are the ones needed by the potatoes, unlike those which are grown hydropondically. That process does not give enough nutrients which makes the potatoes taste not so rich. And the potatoes grown in soil are healthier which makes the potato tastes so tasty and rich. Lots of potatoes gives lot of carbohydrates so eat a lot of them for you to burn energy.


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