LAYERS OF SOIL

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Across
  1. 5. A part or section on top of another part.
  2. 7. A little bit of water in the soil.
  3. 8. The layer under the topsoil; it is lighter and harder.
  4. 9. The top layer of soil; it is dark and good for plants.
  5. 11. Bits of dead plants and animals in the soil that help plants grow.
  6. 12. The part of a plant that goes into the soil to get water and hold the plant.
  7. 13. Tiny dry grains of rock, usually found in deserts or beaches.
Down
  1. 1. A sticky, soft soil that holds water.
  2. 2. A hard rock layer deep under the ground.
  3. 3. Small animals that live in the soil and help keep it healthy.
  4. 4. Living things that grow in the ground and need soil, water, and sun.
  5. 6. To break down into small parts, like when leaves rot.
  6. 8. The ground or dirt where plants grow.
  7. 10. Things in the soil that help plants grow strong.