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Across
  1. 3. - A key element in compost, essential for plant growth and often sourced from green materials
  2. 5. - A protective layer of organic material applied to soil, sometimes made from finished compost
  3. 9. - Another crucial element in compost, provided by brown materials like leaves and twigs
  4. 11. - A composting method involving a rotating drum for easy aeration and mixing
  5. 14. - The act of turning or mixing compost to supply it with oxygen, promoting faster decomposition
  6. 15. - A specific type of composting that relies on the help of a certain wriggly creature
  7. 17. - Microscopic helpers that break down organic materials in a compost pile
  8. 19. - A common brown material added to compost piles for their carbon content
  9. 21. composting - A slower decomposition method that occurs at lower temperatures
  10. 23. - An essential component of compost, needed for decomposition to occur
  11. 24. ratio - The balance of carbon to nitrogen in a compost pile, important for efficient decomposition
  12. 25. materials - Compost ingredients rich in nitrogen, like fruit and vegetable scraps
Down
  1. 1. - A necessary element for aerobic bacteria to thrive in a compost pile
  2. 2. - A common way to create a compost heap, allowing for easy turning and aerating
  3. 4. - An important factor in composting, affecting the rate of decomposition and the types of microorganisms present
  4. 6. composting - A faster decomposition method that occurs at higher temperatures, requiring more active management
  5. 7. - Invertebrates known as nature's recyclers, famous for their role in vermicomposting
  6. 8. - A sustainable method of recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich soil
  7. 10. - The process that transforms your food scraps into a valuable resource for plants
  8. 12. scraps - Kitchen waste, such as fruit and vegetable peelings, that can be composted
  9. 13. - A container used for composting, often found in a variety of shapes and sizes
  10. 16. clippings - A green material that can be added to compost for its nitrogen content
  11. 17. materials - Compost ingredients rich in carbon, such as leaves, branches, or paper
  12. 18. - Describes microorganisms that thrive in high temperatures, playing a crucial role in breaking down organic matter
  13. 20. - A technique for adding materials to a compost pile, alternating between green and brown ingredients
  14. 22. - The stable, nutrient-rich end product of composting, resembling dark, crumbly soil