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The rotting dead matter in the soil is called ____.


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The rotting dead matter in the soil is known as humus.
The remains of plants and animals in the soil decompose into humus, a dark-colored organic matter. The topsoil is held in place by it. Water is absorbed and held by it, which makes it useful for plant growth.
  
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