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How do you distinguish between humification and mineralisation?

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Definition:

Humification is the formation of humus from organic remains. Mineralization is the release of inorganic matter from the humus due to the action of microbes.

Nature:

Humus is organic in nature.

Minerals are inorganic in nature.

Summary:

Criteria Humification Mineralization

Definition Formation of humus from the detritus. Release of minerals from the humus.

Nature Humus is organic in nature Minerals are inorganic in nature.

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