Question

1) what is humus ?
2) tell four characteristics of living thing?
3) what are the functions of root ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

1.Substance made from dead leaves and plants, that you put into the ground to help plants grow is known as humus

2. They are

i.They can breathe

ii.They grow

iii.They are made up of cell

3. Roots helps to transfer water and essential minerals in a plant

Answer 2

Explanation:

1.Humus is the organic component of soil,formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant materials by soil microorganisms. Its almost dark in colour.

2.The four characteristics of living beings are:

. Reproduction

. Growth and development

. Regulation of body functioning

. sensitivity or response to the environment

. order

3.The functions of root are:

. absorption of water

. storage of food materials

. dissolved minerals and conduction of these to the stem

. anchorage of the plant.