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This layer is generally soft, porous and can retain more water. It is called the:

A

topsoil

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B

A-horizon

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C

B-horizon

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D

both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is D both A and B
Topsoil also called as A-horizon is soft, porous and has the capacity to retain water and also composed of the high amount of organic matter.

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