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Standard VII
Geography
Lithosphere
how is humus ...
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how is humus formed in the forest?
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In forests, humus is formed by the dead and decaying organic matter of animals and plants.
Humus is porous in nature and allows water and air to pass through. It also make soil fertile.
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