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casperchen82

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on: Jul 21, 2018
Which of the following is a way to maintain organic matter in the soil?
 
 

a. Leaving crop residues
  b. Extensive use of herbicides
  c. Planting the same crop each season



Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a reason for why fine-textured soils have more organic matter?
 
 

a. Water and nutrient retention
  b. Better supply of oxygen
  c. Less nitrogen
  d. Clay protects humus from further decay



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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


casperchen82

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Reply 2 on: Jul 21, 2018
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