Multiple choice

Which of the following statement is true for top soil?

  1. It is harder and more compact layer.

  2. It contains less living organism.

  3. It contains humus.

  4. It is less fertile

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Topsoil is characterized by high organic content, including humus - the dark, organic material formed from decomposed plant and animal matter. It is softer, less compact, contains more living organisms, and is more fertile than subsoil. Option C correctly identifies this key feature.