Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What term describes the organic matter that accumulates in the soil and is resistant to microbial action?
A
Humus
B
Lignin
C
Detritus
D
Minerals
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Humus is a dark colored amorphous substance that is highly resistant to microbial action and serves as a reservoir of nutrients in the soil.
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