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Nutrient that helps leaves grow big and green
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The main group of nutrients that plants need most
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Essential chemicals in soil that help plants grow big and healthy
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A specific layer of soil with distinct physical characteristics
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A vertical section of soil showing all its layers from top to bottom
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The nutrient-rich A Horizon where most roots grow
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The solid rock layer sitting underneath all soil (R Horizon)
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The B Horizon layer where washed-down minerals collect
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The C Horizon material from which soil original forms
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Water washing valuable nutrients down past the roots
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The mix of sand, silt, and clay particles in soil
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The perfect balance of sand, silt, and clay for plant growth
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The smallest soil particle that traps water tightly
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The largest soil particle that drains water very fast
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Smooth, flour-like soil particles that hold moisture
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Wind or water moving topsoil away from its original spot
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Layer made of decaying leaves and plant material (O Horizon)
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Soil color showing high amount of rich organic matter
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Soil color indicating high amounts of iron
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Soil color showing wet, poorly drained ground
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How fast water drains through open soil pores
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The amount of open space between soil particles
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Practices used to protect soil from erosion and damage
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The breaking down of rocks into smaller soil particles
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Organisms that tunnel through soil and break down organic matter
