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What is soil primarily composed of?

  • Fungi, bacteria, and algae
  • Sand, gravel, and clay
  • Minerals, organic matter, water, and air (correct)
  • Chemicals and pollutants

What role does soil play in plant growth?

  • Produces harmful gases for plants
  • Provides support, nutrients, and water to plants (correct)
  • Acts as a barrier to plant roots
  • Prevents water absorption by plants

Why is soil considered a non-renewable resource?

  • It takes centuries to form and can be depleted faster than it forms (correct)
  • It has no impact on the environment
  • It is not essential for agriculture
  • It can be easily replenished through human intervention

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Study Notes

Soil Composition

  • Soil is primarily composed of 45% minerals, 25% water, 25% air, and 5% organic matter

Soil's Role in Plant Growth

  • Soil provides physical support and anchorage for plant roots
  • Soil supplies plants with essential nutrients, water, and air
  • Soil's pH level and nutrient availability affect plant growth and development

Soil as a Non-Renewable Resource

  • Soil formation is a slow process, taking hundreds to thousands of years
  • Soil erosion and degradation are significant concerns, as they can lead to irreversible soil losses
  • Soil conservation and sustainable management practices are crucial to preserve this valuable resource

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