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Describe the main differences between a mineral soil and an organic soil.
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Mineral soil is a type of soil that forms from the weathering of rocks. It is primarily composed of inorganic material. On the other hand, organic soil is formed from sedimentation and is largely composed of humus, which is organic material. Show more…
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