Decomposed vegetal and animal remains in the soil is referred to as

Humus

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The correct option is A
Humus

Humus

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Q. Humus is an organic component of soil formed by decomposed matter.

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3. A fertile soil is rich in humus. ( )
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Top-soil contains the following

(a) Humus and living organisms only
(b) Humus and soil particles only
(c) Humus, living organisms and plants
(d) Humus, living organisms and soil particles.

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Decomposed vegetal and animal remains in the soil is referred to as

The correct option is A Humus Humus

The correct option is A
Humus

Humus