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- Soil organic matter is composed of plant and animal residues at various stages of decomposition, microbial biomass, and products of microbial synthesis. Organic matter accumulation in soils reflects the balance between plant litter inputs and losses through microbial respiration, erosion, and leaching.
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Soil organic matter (SOM) can be defined as organic materials found in soil that are, or have been, part of living organisms. It is a continuum of materials at various stages of transformation due to biotic and abiotic processes.
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Soil organic matter (SOM) is a complex, naturally occurring material and plays a critical role in soil fertility, the global carbon cycle, and the fate of pollutants in soil.
Dec 24, 2022 · The organic material of soil, called humus, is made up of microorganisms (dead and alive), and dead animals and plants in varying stages of decay. Humus improves soil structure, providing plants with water and minerals.
Nov 25, 2021 · Define soil organic matter and list its main components. Evaluate the importance of organic matter on soil physical, chemical and biological properties and processes. Explain the sources and turnover processes of soil organic matter. Discuss the spatial distribution and land management of soil organic matter.
Soil is a material composed of five ingredients — minerals, soil organic matter, living organisms, gas, and water. Soil minerals are divided into three size classes — clay, silt, and...
Soil is a complex mixture of inorganic materials, organic materials, microorganisms, water and air. Its formation begins with the weathering of bedrock or the transport of sediments from another area.
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Organic soils are soils primarily composed of organic matter such as decomposed plant and animal residues. They are typically found in wetlands or areas with poor drainage.
