All About Soil

What is soil made of?

• Soil is made of only water and air.

• Soil is made of mineral particles, organic matter, water, and air.

• Soil consists solely of rocks and minerals.

• Soil is composed entirely of synthetic materials.

Which animal lives in the soil?

• Dolphin

• Eagle

• Earthworm

• Frog

What do plants need from soil?

• Fertilizer and pesticides

• Sunlight and air

• Carbon dioxide and heat

• Nutrients, water, and minerals.

What color is most soil?

• Red

• Brown

• Green

• Yellow

What do we call the top layer of soil?

• Topsoil

• Clay

• Bedrock

• Subsoil

What helps soil stay in place?

• Plant roots and soil structure help soil stay in place.

• Overuse of fertilizers

• Heavy rainfall and flooding

• Excessive tilling of the land

What do worms do in the soil?

• Worms aerate the soil and enrich it by breaking down organic matter.

• Worms create toxic substances that harm plants.

• Worms consume soil and reduce its fertility.

• Worms compact the soil and prevent drainage.

Can we grow food in soil?

• Yes, we can grow food in soil.

• Only certain plants can grow in soil.

• Soil is not suitable for any type of food growth.

• No, food can only be grown in water.

What is soil used for?

• Soil is mainly used for building roads.

• Soil is used for creating artificial lakes.

• Soil is primarily used for making bricks.

• Soil is used for growing plants and supporting agriculture.

Is soil important for plants?

• Plants can grow without soil.

• Soil is harmful to plants.

• Yes, soil is important for plants.

• Soil has no effect on plant growth.