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what is humus ?of 4marks​

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Answered by MananyaMuhury
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Humus are the dark, organic material present on top of the soil. This organic matter mainly constitutes of dead and decaying animal substances, dried leaves, twigs, grasses, vegetables, microbes and other nutrients. Humus are naturally obtained soil, which can be easily produced through a process called composting. It is also referred to as mineral soil, therefore, it is widely used by farmers and gardeners to improve the plant’s yield. The main significance of Humus is it helps in the improvement of crop production, improves the fertility of the earth, increases water content in the soil by rapid absorption and also improves the soil workability.

Answered by vasanth1711
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Humus is the organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material by soil microorganisms. It is the fertile and important constituent of the soil. Humus are the dark, organic material present on top of the soil. This organic matter mainly constitutes dead and decaying animal substances, dried leaves, twigs, grasses, vegetables, microbes and other nutrients. The main significance of Humus is it helps in the improvement of crop production, improves the fertility of the earth, increases the water content in the soil by rapid absorption and also improves soil fertility.

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