In which soil profile does this living organism live?

Bedrock

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Parent rock

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Subsoil

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Topsoil

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Solution

The correct option is D Topsoil
Farmer friendly earthworms live on the top layer of the soil. Earthworms increase the fertility of the soil. The topsoil is the home for many living organisms. Topsoil is the upper, outermost layer of soil, usually the top 5–10 inches (13–25 cm). It has the highest concentration of organic matter.

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