Inorganic and Organic Materials Concepts

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What are Layers of soil called?

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Horizons

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What is soil?

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Soil is a mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms that supports plant life.

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What are inorganic materials?

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Inorganic materials are substances that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds, including minerals, metals, and salts.

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What are organic materials?

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Organic materials are substances derived from living organisms or contain carbon-based compounds.

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The Topsoil is considered which horizon?

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A horizon

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Permeable

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allowing liquids or gases to pass through

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Soil is made up of what percent of water?

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25%

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What is the O Horizon called?

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litter layer

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What is soil erosion?

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Soil erosion is the removal of the top layer of soil due to natural forces or human activities.

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Soil erosion is a continuous process that only occurs slowly.

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False