describe the major components of soil and importance of soil biota
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nitrogen oxygen potassium
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Soil is composed of a matrix of minerals, organic matter, air, and water. Each component is important for supporting plant growth, microbial communities, and chemical decomposition. Image courtesy of FAO. The largest component of soil is the mineral portion, which makes up approximately 45% to 49% of the volume.
Soil biota are key players in providing nutrients through soil organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, promoting soil structure, and maintenance and play an important role in promoting plant growth.The soil biota, by affecting the spatial and temporal distribution of essential resources (water and nutrients), are essential to the maintenance of the ecosystem integrity of arid ecosystems.