The dead remains of plants and animals decay to add what to the soil?

Sand

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Water

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Clay

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Humus

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Solution

The correct option is D Humus
In soil science, humus denominates the fraction of soil organic matter that is amorphous and without the cellular cake structure characteristic of plants, micro-organisms or animals. Humus significantly affects the bulk density of soil and contributes to its retention of moisture and nutrients.

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