The Time It Takes to Regenerate One Inch of Nutrient-

question 23

Multiple Choice

The time it takes to regenerate one inch of nutrient- rich topsoil is approximately

• A) one year.
• B) 100 years.
• C) 500 years.
• D) 50 years.

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Definitions:

Mycorrhizal Relationship

A symbiotic association between a fungus and the roots of a vascular plant, benefiting both organisms, often by enhancing nutrient uptake.

Fungicide

Chemical compounds or biological organisms used to kill or inhibit fungi or fungal spores.

Nitrogen Gas

An inert diatomic gas that constitutes about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere, used in a variety of industrial and scientific applications.

Water Supply

The provision or availability of water for various uses, including drinking, irrigation, and industrial needs, through natural or artificial means.