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Science Dept.

Geology and Soils GEO 100 Notes
Organic Composition

Complete Notes Will Be Posted Before The End Of April!

1. Organic Matter
   1. Living or Dead Plant and Animal Matter/Remains

   2. O₁

   3. O₂

2. Humus
   1. Colloidal Remains of Organic Matter

   2. The Process of Creating Humus

3. Raw Organic Composition

4. Soil Organisms

5. Factors Affecting the Kinds and Abundances of Soil Organisms

6. Reactions Carried Out By Soil Organisms

7. Carbon/Nitrogen Ratio

8. The Maintenance of Organic Matter