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Soil componenets

Quiz by Elvis Munetsi

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  • Q1
    Which of the following is not a component of soil?
    All of them are soil components
    Minerals
    Water
    Organic matter
    Air
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is the primary source of organic matter in soil?
    Rocks and minerals
    Decaying plant and animal material
    Air and water
    Microorganisms
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the role of air in soil?
    It provides oxygen for plant roots
    It provides nutrients for plants
    It holds water for plants
    It anchors plants in the ground
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the main function of minerals in soil?
    Retaining water in soil
    Providing nutrients for plants
    Promoting soil aeration
    Supporting soil structure
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the purpose of soil aeration?
    To provide nutrients for plants
    To anchor plants in the ground
    To allow air and water to circulate in the soil
    To retain moisture in the soil
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following is an example of organic matter found in soil?
    Compost
    Clay
    Silt
    Sand
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the primary function of water in soil?
    Breaking down organic matter
    Supporting soil structure
    Providing hydration to plants
    Supplying nutrients to microorganisms
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the role of air soil?
    For root respiration
    Providing oxygen to plant roots
    Aiding in soil erosion
    Absorbing minerals from the soil
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the main purpose of mineral matter?
    Filtering groundwater
    Creating habitats for animals
    holding other components
    Storing carbon dioxide
    30s

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