Question

what is humus? what is its function in the soil?

Answer 1

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Humus is black organic substance made up of decayed plant or animal matter. Humus provides nutrients for plants and increases the ability of soil to retain water.

Answer 2

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Q. WHAT IS HUMUS?
Humus is a substance made from dead leaves and plants, that you put into the ground to help plants grow.

FUNCTIONS OF HUMUS IN SOIL:-

✴Holds nutrients and prevents them from leaching
✴Acts like a sponge, absorbing moisture. This helps the soil during dry spells.
✴Traps oxygen, which is essential for root development.Feeds and protects microbes in the soil.
✴Prevents erosion by holding soil particles together.Helps root structures to grow by contributing to improved vigour.
✴Protects the soil from extremes in temperature.
✴Maintains soil pH, helping to correct soil pH problems.

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