Types
How many types of soil are there?
Four
What is the component of soil that human also use to breathe?
air
What do we call the top loose layer of the Earth's surface?
Soil
What soil appears to be rich to dark brown in color?
Loam
What type of soil is best for growing plants in Arkansas?
Loam
What is the component of soil that humans also must consume to stay healthy?
water
What do we call a naturally occuring, not man made solid that is made up of chemicals?
Minerals
Tiny pieces of rotted plants and animals. It is dark brown and crumbles when touched.
Humus
What type of soil is best for building?
Clay
What is the component of soil contains dead plant and animal remains?
organic material
What is the term for the feeling and appearance of soil?
Texture
What do we call a substance that is made up of multiple parts?
A mixture.
What is the largest type of soil?
Sand
What is the component of soil contains naturally occurring items with chemicals?
Minerals
What is the term for when something is worn away due to water, air or changes in temperature over time.
Weathering
Why does it matter that humans put additives and pesticides in soil?
It can make the soil dangerous to handle.
What type of soil is smaller than sand and can be beige or black in color?
Silt
What two things could be in soil that are not naturally occuring?
pesticides and additives
What is the term for the natural process of plants and animals breaking down.
Decaying
Why is soil important to humans?
It supports plant growth, helps protect against erosion and can be used as a building material.