Soil that is made up of equal parts of clay, sand, and silt which is best of growing most types of plants

Layer of soil that differs in color and texture from the other layers below it

Found in the A horizon, a crumbly dark brown soil that is a mixture of humus, clay and other minerals.

Found in the B horizon consists of clay and other particles washed down from the A horizon.

Loose layer of dead plant leaves and stems on the surface of the soil

Organism that breaks down wastes and dead organisms

Responsible use and protection of our natural resources.

The management of soil to prevent its destruction

A thick mass of grass, roots, and soil which helps keep soil in place and holds in moisture.

Anything produced in the environment in a natural way that humans use

Situation that arises when more soil nutrients are used up than decomposers can replace to make the soil be balanced and healthy.