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THE SOIL
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Soils are complex mixtures of minerals, water, air, organic matter.
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The soil is the “skin of the earth”.
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Soil is the most vital element required for food production.
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Sandy: Large particles, less water retention, easily crumbles through the fingers. Clay: fine particles, Smooth when dry, Sticky when wet, Rich in nutrients. Loam: Retains water, Retains nutrients, Soft and crumbly.
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Sandy clay loamy
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We can use the soil to build a house, for planting, to sculpture
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We have to recycle, clean and plant trees
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