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The Soil itself was volcanic. The land was cleared using a technique somewhat similar to slash and burn except it was not exactly that. Instead it left charcoal on the surface. Unlike slash and burn, leaving charcoal on the surface left the soil fertile for a number of years. The volcanic soil was alkaline. The charcoal was acidic. That way the land was close to the correct pH for crops.
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How did the Mayans farm and what techniques did they use to cultivate their crops?
The Mayans practiced advanced farming techniques such as terracing, raised fields, and irrigation to cultivate their crops. They also used a method called slash-and-burn agriculture to clear land for planting. This involved cutting down trees and burning the vegetation to create fertile soil. The Mayans grew a variety of crops including maize, beans, squash, and cacao.
What kind of communication did the Mayans use?
The Mayans spoken more than 30 different Native American languages.
How many alphabets did ancient Mayans have?
The ancient Mayans didn't use alphabetic writing. Mayans used hieroglyphics.
How do the Mayans use agriculture?
I believe the Mayans are no longer a viable society. Hence, they do not use agriculture anymore.
Did mayans use painkillers?
yes
What kind of squash do you use for pie?
butternut squash
How did the Mayans farm and what techniques did they use to cultivate their crops?
The Mayans practiced advanced farming techniques such as terracing, raised fields, and irrigation to cultivate their crops. They also used a method called slash-and-burn agriculture to clear land for planting. This involved cutting down trees and burning the vegetation to create fertile soil. The Mayans grew a variety of crops including maize, beans, squash, and cacao.
What kind of communication did the Mayans use?
The Mayans spoken more than 30 different Native American languages.
What kind of soil do you use on a bean plant?
brown soil
How does plants affect soil?
Soil helps the growth of plants although it depends on which kind of soil you use but any soil will work.For instance I use Miracle grow.
Why did the Mayans use the slash and burn method?
The Mayans used the Slash and Burn method to clear vegetation, like the jungle around them, quickly so that they could plant more important crops of their own. However, this technique wore out the soil.
What kind of soil do you use for rhododendron in a container?
dirt
What kind of soil does aloe plants need?
any soil will work but its best to use store bought soil.
How many alphabets did ancient Mayans have?
The ancient Mayans didn't use alphabetic writing. Mayans used hieroglyphics.
How do the Mayans use agriculture?
I believe the Mayans are no longer a viable society. Hence, they do not use agriculture anymore.
What kind of resources did the anasazi use?
they live in the desert region,corn,squash,beans,and turkey. Yucca fibers.
How did the Mayans use their common sense to survive?
=the Mayans use their common sense by gathering and hunting deers and monkeys.=
