What's in Soil?

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Across
  1. 4. allows organisms in the soil to breath
  2. 5. organisms like bacteria that break down organic matter
  3. 8. sand is made of __ sized particles
  4. 9. __ is very good at holding onto nutrients and retaining water
  5. 10. help aerate the soil and break things down
  6. 12. sandy soil is not good at holding onto __
Down
  1. 1. silt is made of __ sized particles
  2. 2. air in the soil creates space for __ to grow
  3. 3. necessary for photosynthesis
  4. 6. releases nutrients slowly as it rots(2 words no space)
  5. 7. provides drainage
  6. 11. holds onto limited nutrients and water
  7. 13. clay is made of __ sized particles