Week of 11/18 - "Salt" and "An Absence of Ants" articles

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Across
  1. 7. the process of seed dispersal by ants
  2. 8. soil that is capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; rich in nutrients
  3. 9. a group of ants or other organisms that live and work together in an organized way
  4. 10. a solution of salt in water, often used to extract minerals
Down
  1. 1. the process of embalming and drying a body to prevent it from decaying, often for burial
  2. 2. to search for food
  3. 3. organisms that break down dead or decaying organisms, returning nutrients to the soil
  4. 4. to keep something safe from harm or decay; to maintain in its original state
  5. 5. introducing air into something, such as soil, to improve its quality
  6. 6. pressed together, making something denser or firmer, often referring to soil