
Soil componenets
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- Q1Which of the following is not a component of soil?All of them are soil componentsMineralsWaterOrganic matterAir30s
- Q2Which of the following is the primary source of organic matter in soil?Rocks and mineralsDecaying plant and animal materialAir and waterMicroorganisms30s
- Q3What is the role of air in soil?It provides oxygen for plant rootsIt provides nutrients for plantsIt holds water for plantsIt anchors plants in the ground30s
- Q4What is the main function of minerals in soil?Retaining water in soilProviding nutrients for plantsPromoting soil aerationSupporting soil structure30s
- Q5What is the purpose of soil aeration?To provide nutrients for plantsTo anchor plants in the groundTo allow air and water to circulate in the soilTo retain moisture in the soil30s
- Q6Which of the following is an example of organic matter found in soil?CompostClaySiltSand30s
- Q7What is the primary function of water in soil?Breaking down organic matterSupporting soil structureProviding hydration to plantsSupplying nutrients to microorganisms30s
- Q8What is the role of air soil?For root respirationProviding oxygen to plant rootsAiding in soil erosionAbsorbing minerals from the soil30s
- Q9What is the main purpose of mineral matter?Filtering groundwaterCreating habitats for animalsholding other componentsStoring carbon dioxide30s