In which of the following humus is present in the reasonable amount?

A - Horizon

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B - Horizon

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C - Horizon

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Bed rock

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Solution

The correct option is A A - Horizon
A horizon is the topmost layer of soil. It contains a lot of organic substances and humus in it. So, it is suitable for the growth of plants as roots extend to this layer and obtain nutrition from them.
So, option A is the correct answer.

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Match the following and choose the correct option:

i. A - horizon a. Small lumps of rocks

ii. B - horizon b. Hard layer which is difficult to dig

iii. C - horizon c. Dark in colour and rich in humus

iv. R -horizon d. Less humus and more minerals, compact

Match the following and choose the correct option:

\begin{matrix} i . A - horizon & a . Small lumps of rocks i i . B - horizon & b . Partially decomposed organic matter i i i . C - horizon & c . Rich in humus, living creatures, and inorganic minerals i v . O-horizon & d . Less humus and more minerals, compact \end{matrix}

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