Which of the following statements with reference to Humus is/are correct?
1. It is a dark coloured amorphous substance.
2. Being colloidal in nature, it serves as a reservoir of nutrients.
Select the answer using the code given below :
A.1 only
B.2 only
C.Both 1 and 2✓ Correct
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Humus is the dark-coloured, amorphous (non-crystalline) organic matter formed by the decomposition of plant and animal remains in soil. It is colloidal in nature, meaning it can hold ions on its surface, thereby acting as a reservoir of plant nutrients (like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and also improving soil structure and water retention. Both statements correctly describe properties of humus.
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