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The soil layer is made up of :

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R Horizon

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A Horizon

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B Horizon

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C Horizon

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Solution

The correct option is A R Horizon
The soil layer is made up of R Horizon It is only between $5$ to $10$ inches thick and consists of organic matter and minerals. This layer is also called subsoil.

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