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Soil Formation Flash Cards

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Soil is a mixture of rock particles, minerals, decayed organic material, water, and air.

How is weathering related to soil?

Weathering breaks down rocks and minerals- as well as decaying organic matter. These make soil.

How do worms play a role in soil formation?

Worms eat decaying matter and release "castings" or waste material that is beneficial to plant life that grows in the soil.

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