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  • Humus adds ________________ to the soil.
Multiple choice

Humus adds ________________ to the soil.

  1. clay

  2. soil

  3. nutrients

  4. roots

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Humus is formed from decayed organic matter. As it decomposes, it releases essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium back into the soil, which plants absorb.

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