Soil

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What is the bottom layer of a soil profile called?

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Bedrock.

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What initiates the process of soil formation?

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Weathering of bedrock.

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What is soil composed of?

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Weathered rocks and minerals, dead plants and animals, air and water.

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How is topsoil primarily held in place?

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Plants and their roots.

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What is the source of clay, silt, and sand?

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Bedrock.

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What is the top layer of soil called?

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Topsoil.

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What is humus?

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Decomposed organic matter in soil.

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What role do earthworms play in soil?

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They aerate the soil and help decompose organic matter.

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What is the A horizon in soil?

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The top layer of soil rich in organic material.

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What is soil erosion?

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The removal of the top layer of soil by wind or water.