Soil in the Environment

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Across
  1. 1. a layer of solid rock
  2. 4. clay has particles that are ___ in size
  3. 7. one component of soil
  4. 8. soil provides ______ for animals and insects
  5. 10. layer of soil where plants grow best
  6. 11. living things that break down dead plants and animals
  7. 13. soil that is made up of organic matter
  8. 15. a mixture of sand, silt and clay
Down
  1. 2. an example of a decomposer
  2. 3. _____ help to spread seeds that grow in the soil
  3. 5. this animal helps to eat harmful insects in the soil
  4. 6. sand has particles that are ______ in size
  5. 8. ______ has particles that are medium in size
  6. 9. dead plants and animals
  7. 12. insects and animals dig holes in the soil which helps to bring in _______
  8. 14. feels gritty when dry