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Chapter 23, Problem 3WIO
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The diagram of a plant’s roots grow into the soil and also label the soil layers with a description of the composition of each layer.
Concept introduction:
Plants obtain their nutrients from the soil. The soil is a mixture of organic matter, water, and air and rock particles. Many microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, and animals also live in soil. Soil provides food, water, and nutrients to plants which are very essential for plant growth and development.
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Ch. 23.1 - Prob. 1MCCh. 23.1 - How do plants acquire C, H, O, N, and P?Ch. 23.1 - Prob. 3MCCh. 23.2 - Prob. 1MCCh. 23.2 - Prob. 2MCCh. 23.2 - Prob. 3MCCh. 23.3 - Prob. 1MCCh. 23.3 - Prob. 2MCCh. 23.3 - Prob. 3MCCh. 23.4 - Prob. 1MC
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