Chapter 6 - Lesson 2 Flashcards by Alexander Jolis | Brainscape

Q

What is soil made of?

A

minerals and weathered rock

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The top layer of soil is called

A

topsoil

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Below the topsoil is

A

subsoil

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Below the subsoil is

A

bedrock

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What is bedrock?

A

rock that has not been weathered

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Q

Soil with a mix of sand, silt and clay is called

A

loam

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Q

Which soil holds the most water?

A

clay soil

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Q

Which soil holds the least water?

A

sandy soil

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Q

In which soil do most plants grow best?

A

loam

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Q

A ______ is a useful material found in nature

A

natural resource

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What keeps soil healthy?

A

reduce soil erosion

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Q

_____ are also a natural resource

A

Plants

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Q

A thing that is needed by people is a

A

natural resource

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