When a little soil is mixed in water, some foamy things float on the surface of the water while others sink. What floats on the water?

Humus

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Solution

The correct option is A
Humus

Humus is the organic matter present in soil which is created by the decomposition of the dead matter. Humus is less dense compared to water and hence floats above it.

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When a little soil is mixed in water, some foamy things float on the surface of the water while others sink. What floats on the water?

The correct option is A Humus Humus is the organic matter present in soil which is created by the decomposition of the dead matter. Humus is less dense compared to water and hence floats above it.

The correct option is A
Humus

Humus is the organic matter present in soil which is created by the decomposition of the dead matter. Humus is less dense compared to water and hence floats above it.