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CBSE - Biology - Life Processes

Life Processes

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Explain the importance of soil for plant growth

Importance of soil for plant growth:
 (a) Soil provides the base on which a plant can grow.
 (b) Soil serves as reservoir of water for plants.
 (c) Soil serves as reservoir of different minerals which are essential for growth of plants.
 (d) Soil contains many organic materials which provide nutrients to plants. 

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