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As plant material decays, it is converted into a substance called ___________________ _ that contains nitrogen and aids in the water-holding and nutrient-holding capacity of the soil.
 
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Question 2

The process of ___________________ _ involves putting plant matter in a bin designed to hasten the decomposition process.
 
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Answer to Question 1

humus

Answer to Question 2

composting




ghost!

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Reply 2 on: Jul 21, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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