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Standard VII
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Soil
What is sub-s...
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What is sub-soil?
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The layer below the topsoil that is hard, compact and grey in colour is called subsoil.
It consists of sand, silt and clay. It is hard and compact and is rich in minerals such as iron oxide.
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