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Soil
Term | Definition |
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Weathering | Water and living organisms break down rocks |
Topsoil | The upper layer of soil, best for plant growth |
Subsoil | The middle layer of soil |
Bedrock | The bottom layer of soil |
Humus | Decayed matter in soil |
Erosion | The movement of soil |
Clay | Tiny particles of soil that hold water and nutrients well |
Silt | Very small broken pieces of rock. Its particles are larger than clay and smaller than sand. |
Sand | Small grains of worn-down rock, has few nutrients, and does not hold water well. |