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The rotting dead matter in the soil is called
The rotting dead matter in the soil is called
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The correct option is B Humus
Dead plants and animals are degraded in soil by decomposing bacteria and fungi. The material formed after this decomposition activity is called humus. It is very rich in nutrients and black in color. Greater the amount of humus more is the soil productivity. Thus the correct answer is option B.
Dead plants and animals are degraded in soil by decomposing bacteria and fungi. The material formed after this decomposition activity is called humus. It is very rich in nutrients and black in color. Greater the amount of humus more is the soil productivity. Thus the correct answer is option B.
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