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tiara099

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Which environment generates the most organic matter in soil due to the extensive, fibrous root systems
  of the native vegetation?


 
 

a. Wetlands
  b. Prairie
  c. Woodland
  d. Pine forest



Question 2

Which of the following activities is NOT part of the decay process?
 
 

a. Meso- and macrofauna shred materials.
  b. Labile materials break down quickly.
  c. Plant roots absorb nutrients from the soil.
  d. Recalcitrant materials are broken down more slowly by fungi.
  e. Water-soluble components dissolve in soil water.




Danny Ewald

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C



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