MyQuestionIcon

1

You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!

Soil

Which layer o...

Question

Which layer of soil is rich in organic matter?

A

Bedrock

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

B

Immature soil

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

C

Humus

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

D

None of the above

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C Humus
The topmost layer of soil is formed by the decomposition of the remains of plants and animals. This layer is called ‘humus’.

Suggest Corrections

thumbs-up

0

Similar questions

Which layer of soil is rich in organic matter?

Q. Assertion :Humus makes the soil fertile. Reason: Humus is rich in organic matter.

The layer of soil which is not rich in humus but rich in minerals is ___ .

Q. Horizon B is layer of soil which is not rich in humus but rich in minerals.

Q. The mountains soil is rich in _______________ matter.

View More

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

similar_icon

Related Videos

lock

Soil

BIOLOGY

Watch in App

explore_more_icon

Explore more

Standard VIII Biology

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

CrossIcon