Rocks, Minerals and Soil Assessment

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What are the 3 types of soil?

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Clay, sand, loam.

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What is decayed (dead) remains of plants and animals?

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Humus.

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What happens when rainwater goes downhill?

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Soil will get washed away.

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Which soil has the largest particles?

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Sand.

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How can you determine how smooth or rough a rock is?

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By the rock's texture.

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What is soil made of?

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Soil is made of minerals, organic matter, water, and air.

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What is the top layer of soil called?

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Topsoil.

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What is the process of rocks breaking down into smaller pieces?

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Weathering.

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What is the term for the solid layer of rock beneath the soil?

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Bedrock.

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What is loam?

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Loam is a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay.