The Language Labyrinth
Across
- 5. A plant that is grown for food, fiber, or other uses.
- 8. The process of organizing or categorizing things based on shared characteristics.
- 9. The feel or appearance of a surface or substance; in soil, it refers to the size of its particles.
- 10. The makeup of something; what it is made of.
- 11. A small, hard particle; in soil, it can refer to the size and shape of particles.
- 13. Coarse soil particles that are larger than silt and clay; drains water quickly.
- 14. A dark, rich soil made mostly of partially decayed organic matter; holds moisture well.
Down
- 1. Made from living matter or once-living material; in soil, refers to natural components.
- 2. Supplied with water through artificial means, like pipes or channels.
- 3. The top layer of the earth where plants grow; made of minerals, organic matter, and living organisms.
- 4. Very fine soil particles that hold water well and feel sticky when wet.
- 6. Consisting of very small or fine particles; smooth in texture.
- 7. Natural substances found in soil that are essential for plant growth.
- 12. Capable of supporting plant growth; rich in nutrients.
- 13. Fine soil particles that are smaller than sand but larger than clay; often found near rivers.