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How is humus formed?


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Formation of Humus

  1. Humus is the dark, organic matter present largely in topsoil
  2. It is formed due to microbial action on dead and decaying plant and animal material.
  3. Humus can naturally be produced by composting.
  4. It is dense with nutrients like nitrogen and thereby increases the fertility of soil to a great extent.

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