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What does Soil Microbiology study?
What does Soil Microbiology study?
- Soil-inhabiting microorganisms, their functions, and activities (correct)
- Human impact on soil quality
- Soil composition and structure
- The effects of soil erosion
What is the basis for life on planet earth, along with air and water?
What is the basis for life on planet earth, along with air and water?
- Soil (correct)
- Atmosphere
- Rocks
- Sunlight
Which factor is not considered as one of the soil-forming factors?
Which factor is not considered as one of the soil-forming factors?
- Microbial diversity (correct)
- Time
- Climate
- Topography
What is the primary focus of Soil Microbiology?
What is the primary focus of Soil Microbiology?
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How is soil defined?
How is soil defined?
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Soil Microbiology
- Soil Microbiology studies the microorganisms present in soil, their functions, and interactions with the environment.
- Soil is one of the basis for life on planet earth, along with air and water.
Soil-Forming Factors
- Human activities are not considered as one of the soil-forming factors.
Soil Definition and Focus
- Soil is defined as a dynamic, complex ecosystem that has both physical and biological components.
- The primary focus of Soil Microbiology is on the microbial communities and their interactions with the soil environment.
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