Soil

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Across
  1. 3. : is a black, jelly-like substance that acts as a natural fertiliser for trees and plants.
  2. 5. Rock : Weathered rocks that form soil.
  3. 8. Matter : Minerals from eroded rock that form the basis of soil
  4. 9. fertility: refers to the ability of a soil to sustain plant growth by providing key nutrients.
  5. 10. : Heavy rainfall pushes nutrients down through soil
Down
  1. 1. litter : Plant remains such as leaves, flowers, branches and twigs
  2. 2. Cycle : The cycle of growth and recycling
  3. 4. : is a thin layer of natural material that covers our Earth’s surface
  4. 6. : is found between soil particles
  5. 7. Matter : refers to decaying plants and animals, as well as living creatures found in soil.