The Language Labyrinth

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